Ines is a beautiful and distinctive female given name of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin word 'Ignatius', which means 'fiery'. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to Saint Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuits. Ines is a variant spelling of the more commonly known 'Inés' in Spanish-speaking countries. This name has been beloved by many cultures throughout history and continues to be a popular choice today for parents seeking an elegant yet unique name for their daughter.
The name Ines experienced fluctuations in popularity over the century, with peaks in the late 1920s (16 births in 1927) and late 1940s to early 1950s (13 births in 1942, 11 births in 1952), followed by a decline thereafter. However, there were still consistent births each decade until the 2000s, when it became less common, with fewer than 7 births per year recorded since then.