Eusebia Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yoo-SEH-bee-uh /juːˈsɛbiə/
Origin: Greek; Latin
Meaning: Greek: well-off; Latin: prosperous
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Eusebia is derived from the Greek word "eusebeia," which translates to "piety" or "reverence." This term is composed of the prefix "eu-" meaning "good" or "well," and "sebos," meaning "to revere" or "to worship." The name entered the Latin language as "Eusebia," which was then adopted into various forms in the early Christian context, ultimately making its way into English through ecclesiastical Latin during the Middle Ages. Historically, the name Eusebia is associated with several notable figures in early Christianity.
One of the most prominent was Eusebia, the wife of the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great, who ruled from the early 4th century. Additionally, Saint Eusebius of Caesarea, a significant early Christian historian and bishop, lived during the 4th century and contributed to the development of Christian thought and literature.
His works, including the "Ecclesiastical History," were instrumental in documenting the early church's history and the lives of its saints, further embedding the name within Christian tradition. Culturally, Eusebia carries connotations of devotion and moral integrity, reflecting the values of piety and respect for the divine.
The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, often linked to figures of virtue and leadership within the church. Its enduring legacy is evident in the reverence afforded to saints and historical figures bearing the name, which has contributed to its lasting significance in Christian communities.
Related forms, such as Eusebius, have also emerged, reinforcing the name's connection to themes of faith and scholarship.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eusebia was first seen in the United States in 1906.
Eusebia has ranked as high as #875 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Eusebia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Eusebia is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Eusebia was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Eusebia (1913)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Eusebia.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1928 | 17 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1925 | 19 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1906 | 8 |