Eugene
e(u)-ge-ne
US Popularity:1952
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Well-born; Noble
From the Greek to the French and across the seas to England, Eugene is certainly a well-traveled title. The boy's name means “well-born” or “noble,” making it a prestigious appellation for your new addition. Eugene was most popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, making it an ideal name choice if you want baby to carry on the legacy of a Eugene from another age. Although the name has dipped in the charts until now, with many traditionally elder-affiliated names on the rise, Eugene might just be the perfect classic title for a baby with a trendy twist.
Famous People Named Eugene
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Eugene LavertyRace Car Driver
- Eugene LevyActor
- Eugene StonerInventor
- Eugene WilsonFootball Player
Eugene Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Eugene is currently #1330 on The Bump
Boy:Eugene is currently #367 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Eugene is currently #1952 in U.S. births
Boy:Eugene is currently #667 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1952
in 2022
- 192
from 2021
Sources
Online Etymology Dictionary, Eugene
Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, Eugene
Ancestry, Eugene Family History
WordSense, Eugene
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