Eugenie Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyoo-JEEN-ee / juːˈdʒiːniGreek; French
Meaning
Greek: well-born; French: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Eugenie is derived from the Greek name Eugenios, which means 'well-born' or 'noble.' The name has been popular in various European cultures, particularly in France, where it gained prominence in the 19th century. It has been associated with royalty and nobility, notably through figures such as Empress Eugénie of France. The name has also been used in literature and the arts, contributing to its enduring appeal.
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 de Montijo was the Empress of the French as the wife of Napoleon III.
Eugenie Clark was a renowned American ichthyologist known for her work on sharks.
Eugenie Bouchard is a Canadian professional tennis player who reached the finals of Wimbledon in 2014.
Eugenie Scott is an American physical anthropologist and former executive director of the National Center for Science Education.
Fictional characters named Eugenie
Eugenie is a character in the 'Eugenie' series by author Joss Whedon, known for her adventures in a fantastical world.
Eugenie is a character in the 'Eugenie' novels by author Richelle Mead, where she navigates a world of magic and politics.
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)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 7 |
1881 | 16 |
1882 | 12 |
1883 | 7 |
1884 | 20 |
1885 | 19 |
1886 | 19 |
1887 | 28 |
1888 | 27 |
1889 | 27 |
1890 | 14 |
1891 | 15 |
1892 | 28 |
1893 | 30 |
1894 | 23 |
1895 | 22 |
1896 | 27 |
1897 | 18 |
1898 | 16 |
1899 | 20 |
1900 | 23 |
1901 | 22 |
1902 | 16 |
1903 | 7 |
1904 | 17 |
1905 | 23 |
1906 | 21 |
1907 | 22 |
1908 | 22 |
1909 | 20 |
1910 | 22 |
1911 | 23 |
1912 | 38 |
1913 | 44 |
1914 | 50 |
1915 | 53 |
1916 | 50 |
1917 | 66 |
1918 | 57 |
1919 | 45 |
1920 | 72 |
1921 | 51 |
1922 | 48 |
1923 | 47 |
1924 | 48 |
1925 | 38 |
1926 | 35 |
1927 | 43 |
1928 | 35 |
1929 | 30 |
1930 | 39 |
1931 | 41 |
1932 | 33 |
1933 | 23 |
1934 | 31 |
1935 | 32 |
1936 | 28 |
1937 | 29 |
1938 | 32 |
1939 | 36 |
1940 | 23 |
1941 | 28 |
1942 | 39 |
1943 | 32 |
1944 | 36 |
1945 | 38 |
1946 | 56 |
1947 | 56 |
1948 | 48 |
1949 | 49 |
1950 | 56 |
1951 | 50 |
1952 | 45 |
1953 | 60 |
1954 | 57 |
1955 | 41 |
1956 | 39 |
1957 | 39 |
1958 | 31 |
1959 | 34 |
1960 | 27 |
1961 | 25 |
1962 | 16 |
1963 | 28 |
1964 | 18 |
1965 | 26 |
1966 | 19 |
1967 | 17 |
1968 | 16 |
1969 | 19 |
1970 | 23 |
1971 | 21 |
1972 | 18 |
1973 | 13 |
1974 | 11 |
1975 | 17 |
1976 | 13 |
1977 | 14 |
1978 | 13 |
1979 | 12 |
1980 | 10 |
1981 | 9 |
1982 | 8 |
1983 | 9 |
1984 | 7 |
1985 | 9 |
1986 | 8 |
1987 | 9 |
1988 | 8 |
1989 | 8 |
1990 | 13 |
1991 | 9 |
1992 | 14 |
1993 | 10 |
1994 | 7 |
1995 | 7 |
1996 | 10 |
1997 | 11 |
1998 | 9 |
1999 | 11 |
2000 | 10 |
2001 | 13 |
2002 | 17 |
2003 | 6 |
2004 | 6 |
2005 | 6 |
2006 | 8 |
2007 | 9 |
2008 | 6 |
2009 | 5 |
2011 | 8 |
2012 | 10 |
2013 | 5 |
2014 | 8 |
2015 | 12 |
2016 | 9 |
2017 | 8 |
2018 | 6 |
2019 | 12 |
2020 | 6 |
2021 | 6 |
2022 | 10 |
2024 | 5 |