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Name Origin

Agatha is a feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'good' or 'kind.' It derives from the Greek word 'agathē' (ἀγαθὴ), which signifies virtue and excellence.

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Famous People

Agatha Christie (1890-1976)

Writer

  • Best-selling fiction writer of all time
  • Known for her detective novels featuring Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple
  • Pioneer of the whodunnit genre

Agatha Raisin

Fictional Character

  • Protagonist of a series of humorous mystery novels by M.C. Beaton

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