Agee Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AY-jee //ˈeɪ.dʒi//
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: English: a diminutive of the name 'Aged'; Irish: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Agee has its roots in the Hebrew name "Agi," which is derived from the Hebrew word "agah," meaning "to be swift" or "to be agile." This name appears in the biblical context as a variant of the name "Ahi" or "Ahiya," which translates to "my brother is Yahweh." The transition from Hebrew to English typically occurred through the Greek and Latin translations of the Bible, particularly during the early centuries of the Common Era, as these texts were disseminated across Europe and influenced the naming conventions in various cultures. Historically, the name Agee is associated with biblical figures, notably in the Old Testament.
One significant mention is in the Book of Chronicles, where Agee is referenced as a member of King David's elite warriors, known as the "mighty men" of valor. This association with a figure of strength and loyalty contributed to the name's historical resonance within Judeo-Christian traditions.
The name has also appeared in various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version, which was published in the early 17th century and helped solidify many biblical names in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, the name Agee carries connotations of agility and strength, reflecting the qualities attributed to its biblical namesake.
The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its strong historical roots and its connection to significant religious texts. While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, Agee itself has maintained a distinct identity, often evoking the valor and loyalty associated with its biblical origins.
Thus, Agee stands as a name that encapsulates both linguistic heritage and cultural significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Agee was first seen in the United States in 1913.
Agee has ranked as high as #862 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Agee has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Agee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Agee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Agee
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Agee.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1913 | 5 |