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AgapeChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Love, Charity

Pronunciation: /əˈɡɑːpə/

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Name
Agape
Meaning
Love, Charity
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/əˈɡɑːpə/
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Agape mean?

Agape is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Love". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: /əˈɡɑːpə/. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Αγάπη

Love

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/əˈɡɑːpə/

IPA

[əˈɡapɛ]

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Agape is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Love. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

GoldRed

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: Nurturing, caring, and loving

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulLoyalH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Divine, selfless love

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The term "Agape" is derived from the new testament Greek word ágape, meaning a charitable love towards others irrespective of their deserts. In ancient Christian communities, the term was used to define the Christian love doctrine and the common practice of exchanging the agape symbol, which was often represented by the Greek letter 'Α' or heart shapes. Agape was believed to be a powerful force that bound communities together, transcending social, political, and even doctrinal differences.
Agape is considered a transformative force in Christian spirituality. It goes beyond romantic or familial love and represents an all-encompassing, selfless, and divine love. believers were encouraged to cultivate and practice this love towards others, regardless of their actions, for the sake of their own spiritual growth. Agape emanates from God's love for humanity, and it is believed that the practice of this kind of love helps believers develop a deeper connection to the divine and ultimately, a more loving and harmonious community.

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Agape

Love

🇮🇱Hebrew

אגאפה

Love

🇬🇷Greek

Αγάπη

Love

🇮🇹Latin

Agape

Love

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