Eugenia
Eugenia is a Christian girl name of Greek origin, meaning “Well-born, noble”.
| Meaning | Well-born, noble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek |
| Written as | Εὐγενία |
| Pronunciation | yoo-JEE-nee-ə |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Greece, Spain, Italy, Russia |
Meaning and origin of Eugenia
Eugenia is the feminine of Eugenios, from Greek eu, 'good', and genos, 'birth', meaning 'well-born'. Saint Eugenia of Rome was an early Christian martyr, honoured in both Western and Eastern churches. The French empress Eugénie, wife of Napoleon III, made the name fashionable in the nineteenth century. Princess Eugenie of York is a modern royal bearer.
Is Eugenia a Christian name?
Eugenia is a Christian name through Saint Eugenia, a third-century martyr. It is especially used in Orthodox and Catholic communities.
How popular is Eugenia?
Classic in southern and eastern Europe, uncommon in English-speaking countries.
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Spellings and variants of Eugenia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eugenia mean?
Eugenia means 'Well-born, noble'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Eugenia a Christian name?
Eugenia is a Christian name through Saint Eugenia, a third-century martyr. It is especially used in Orthodox and Catholic communities.
How do you pronounce Eugenia?
Eugenia is pronounced yoo-JEE-nee-ə.
Is Eugenia a boy or girl name?
Eugenia is usually a girl name.