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AgathyChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Good, Kind, Beneficent

Pronunciation: AG-uh-thee

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Name
Agathy
Meaning
Good, Kind, Beneficent
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
AG-uh-thee
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Agathy mean?

Agathy is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Good". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: AG-uh-thee. Lucky number: 7. 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.

Αγαθή

Αγαθός, καλός, χρηστός

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

AG-uh-thee

IPA

/ˈæɡəθi/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Agathy is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Good. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

GreenWhite

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: Nurturing, caring, and responsible.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A reminder of God's goodness and kindness towards us.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Agathy is not a common English Christian name, but it holds a deep connection to ancient Greek roots, carrying a classical and rich cultural history. The meaning of 'good' is a universal value admired in various cultures, making it a powerful and captivating name, worthy of being passed down from generation to generation.
In Christian tradition, the name Agathy represents the character, nature, and qualities of God as a divine being that is good and kind. This name is a reminder of God's love, grace, and mercy, inspiring those who bear the name to imitate His benevolent qualities. It also implies a connection to the power and goodness of God, offering solace, guidance, and strength to those who seek Him.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Agathy was a 5th century saint from Greece. The name Agathy carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

5th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Agathy

Good, kind, benevolent

🇮🇱Hebrew

אגאתי

טוב, חסד, רחמים

🇬🇷Greek

Αγαθή

Αγαθός, καλός, χρηστός

🇮🇹Latin

Agathy

Bonus,善, pietas

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