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Eudora Girl

Popularity: #937 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationyoo-DOR-uh / juːˈdɔːrə

Greek; Latin

Meaning

Greek: prosperous gift; Latin: wealthy

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Eudora has its roots in ancient Greek, derived from the elements "eu," meaning "good" or "well," and "doron," meaning "gift." Thus, Eudora can be interpreted as "good gift" or "well-given." The name was used in classical literature and mythology, appearing in various forms throughout history. It was adopted into Latin as "Eudora," which maintained the original Greek meaning, and subsequently made its way into Old French before entering the English language in the 19th century.

Historically, Eudora is associated with figures from Greek mythology, including one of the Nereids, the sea nymphs who were daughters of Nereus. The name has also appeared in various literary works, notably in the writings of the ancient Greek poet Homer. The name's presence in classical texts contributed to its endurance in Western culture. Additionally, Eudora was used in early Christian contexts, although it is less frequently mentioned in biblical texts compared to other names.

Culturally, Eudora carries connotations of generosity and benevolence, reflecting the positive attributes associated with its etymological roots. The name has been embraced in various artistic and literary contexts, further solidifying its place in cultural history. Notably, Eudora Welty, a prominent American author of the 20th century, brought renewed attention to the name through her significant contributions to literature. The name's historical and cultural resonance is underscored by its associations with themes of kindness and the notion of gifts, making it a name of enduring significance.

Trend Summary

Eudora has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Eudore
  • Eudora

International Variants

  • Eudora (English)
  • Eudore (French)

Famous people named Eudora

Eudora Welty is an author best known for The Optimist's Daughter, The Ponder Heart, and Delta Wedding.

Fictional characters named Eudora

Eudora Welty is a fictional character from the novel The Optimist's Daughter. She is the protagonist who navigates personal loss and family dynamics in the context of her father's death.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Eudora was first seen in the United States in 1880. Eudora has ranked as high as #839 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Georgia, New York, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Eudora has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Eudora (2014)

StateBirthsShare
CA 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18806
18825
18835
18847
18858
18865
18875
188816
18897
18909
189118
18926
189313
189412
18957
189613
189711
189814
189912
190013
190110
190214
190319
190411
190514
190618
190715
190811
190916
191012
191121
191226
191337
191438
191546
191642
191743
191857
191955
192061
192167
192265
192371
192460
192551
192650
192735
192841
192934
193038
193127
193233
193329
193425
193524
193623
193714
193823
193927
194018
194110
19429
194316
194419
19459
194615
194716
194814
194913
195018
19519
19526
195319
19549
195514
195611
19579
195810
19599
196010
196112
19627
196311
19646
196513
19667
19678
19685
196911
197014
19717
19727
19736
197410
19785
19797
19818
19825
19836
19868
19878
19885
19895
19907
19916
19926
19995
20017
20027
20055
20069
20105
20117
20127
20138
201412
20157
201610
20177
201813
201915
202012
202113
202212
202322
202413