Beloved or lovely
Derived from the Greek name Agapetos, it stems from the word 'agape,' representing the highest form of selfless, brotherly love. It was historically popular among early Christians and has been borne by several saints and two popes.
Less common today
Agapito isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,041 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Sixth-century Pope and saint
Filipino printer and one of the Thirteen Martyrs of Cavite
Spanish Olympic fencer
