Agnieszka
/aɡˈɲɛʂ.ka/feminine
Agnes is a female given name in Polish, most commonly expressed as Agnieszka. Wiktionary also lists Jagna.
Meaning: female given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Polish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Agnieszka | /aɡˈɲɛʂ.ka/ | feminine |
| Jagna | /ˈjaɡ.na/ | feminine |
The name is a female given name used to identify women in Polish-speaking contexts.
Which one should you use?
Agnieszka is the standard full form, while Jagna serves as a common diminutive or nickname. Aga is an informal version of the name.
How do you pronounce it?
/aɡˈɲɛʂ.ka/. The name has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- In Poland, the name-day for Agnieszka is celebrated on January 21, and for many, this is as important a celebration as a birthday.
- The roots of the name Agnieszka can be traced back to the Ancient Greek word hagnḗ, which relates to the concept of being 'pure' or 'chaste'.
- While Agnieszka is the standard form, the diminutive Jagna is often used in Polish literature and folklore to evoke a rustic or traditional village atmosphere.
Examples in context
- Agnieszka jest moją siostrą.Agnieszka is my sister.
- Czy znasz tę dziewczynę, która ma na imię Agnieszka?Do you know that girl named Agnieszka?
- Agnieszka pracuje w tym biurze.Agnieszka works in this office.
Example conversation
Tomasz and Małgorzata are talking about a mutual friend.
- TomaszCzy znasz Agnieszkę?Do you know Agnieszka?
- MałgorzataTak, Agnieszka jest bardzo miła.Yes, Agnieszka is very kind.
- TomaszKiedy ostatnio widziałaś Agnieszkę?When did you last see Agnieszka?
- MałgorzataWidziałam Agnieszkę w zeszły wtorek.I saw Agnieszka last Tuesday.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “agnes” translations and entries Agnieszka, Jagna, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Agnieszka, Jagna, CC BY-SA 4.0.
