Eian Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eian is an Irish name that means 'youth' or 'born of the yew tree'. It evolved from the traditional Irish name 'Eoghan' and has seen modern usage as a variant. The name carries positive traits associated with youthfulness and vitality, but it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Eian is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eian has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Eian' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3854th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1751st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2511th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eian' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eian"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Eian is derived from the Irish name 'Eoghan', which means 'born of the yew tree' or 'youth'.
Meaning
youth, born of the yew tree
Language Evolution
Eoghan, Eoin, Ean, Eian
Historical Usage
Eian gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Eoghan, Eoin, Ian, Ean
Modern Popularity & Image
Eian is perceived as a contemporary and unique name that reflects Irish heritage.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eian"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Eian"
"Eian" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3854th of 16616 | 213 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1751st of 24088 | 1,199 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2511th of 23106 | 633 |
Regional Popularity of "Eian" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.09% 1791st/4582 |
41.17% 2126th/5164 |
25.69% 1879th/7313 |
26.93% 2010th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
59.86% 2686th/4487 |
33.63% 2294th/6822 |
35.60% 2234th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eian" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eian"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eian" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.