Good, virtuous
Derived from the Greek word 'agathos', meaning good or kind. It is the Italian, Spanish, and Polish form of the name Agatha, famously borne by a 3rd-century Christian martyr.
Less common today
Agata isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,634 in 2024.
Renowned Polish volleyball player
Award-winning Polish film and stage actress
Lead actress in the Oscar-winning film Ida
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).