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Eugenie Girl

Popularity: #945 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationyoo-JEEN-ee / juːˈdʒiːni

Greek; French

Meaning

Greek: well-born; French: noble

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Eugenie is derived from the Greek name Eugenios, which means "well-born" or "noble." The Greek roots can be traced back to the elements "eu," meaning "good," and "genes," meaning "born of" or "race." This name was adopted into Latin as Eugenium, which later evolved into various forms in the Romance languages, including the French Eugenie. The transition into English occurred through the influence of French culture and language, particularly during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Norman names entered the English lexicon.

Historically, the name Eugenie has been borne by notable figures, including Eugenie de Montijo, the Empress of the French, who was married to Napoleon III in the mid-19th century. Her prominence in European history during this period contributed to the name's recognition and usage. Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and literature, reflecting its noble connotations. The name Eugenie has also been associated with several saints, particularly Saint Eugenia, a Christian martyr from the early centuries of the church, which further solidified its place in religious contexts.

Culturally, the name Eugenie has been linked to ideals of nobility and virtue, often evoking a sense of grace and refinement. Its association with royalty and aristocracy has helped maintain its appeal across generations. The diminutive form "Genie" has also emerged, often used affectionately, although it is less formal. Overall, the name Eugenie carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in its etymological origins and the notable figures who have borne it.

Trend Summary

Eugenie has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable resurgence in recent years.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Eugenia
  • Eugene

International Variants

  • Eugenia (Spanish)
  • Eugénie (French)
  • Eugenie (German)

Famous people named Eugenie

Eugenie Bouchard is a professional tennis player best known for reaching the Wimbledon final and being the first Canadian to reach a Grand Slam singles final.

Eugenie Clark was a marine biologist best known for her work on shark behavior and her role in promoting marine conservation.

Fictional characters named Eugenie

Eugenie is a fictional character from the novel Eugenie Grandet. She is the daughter of a wealthy but miserly father, navigating the complexities of love and wealth in 19th-century France.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Eugenie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Eugenie has ranked as high as #818 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in New York, Louisiana, California, Illinois, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Eugenie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Eugenie (1972)

StateBirthsShare
CA 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18807
188116
188212
18837
188420
188519
188619
188728
188827
188927
189014
189115
189228
189330
189423
189522
189627
189718
189816
189920
190023
190122
190216
19037
190417
190523
190621
190722
190822
190920
191022
191123
191238
191344
191450
191553
191650
191766
191857
191945
192072
192151
192248
192347
192448
192538
192635
192743
192835
192930
193039
193141
193233
193323
193431
193532
193628
193729
193832
193936
194023
194128
194239
194332
194436
194538
194656
194756
194848
194949
195056
195150
195245
195360
195457
195541
195639
195739
195831
195934
196027
196125
196216
196328
196418
196526
196619
196717
196816
196919
197023
197121
197218
197313
197411
197517
197613
197714
197813
197912
198010
19819
19828
19839
19847
19859
19868
19879
19888
19898
199013
19919
199214
199310
19947
19957
199610
199711
19989
199911
200010
200113
200217
20036
20046
20056
20068
20079
20086
20095
20118
201210
20135
20148
201512
20169
20178
20186
201912
20206
20216
202210
20245