Eowyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eowyn is an Old English name meaning 'river joy'. It evolved from Old English through Middle English to its modern form. The name is characterized by traits of strength and independence, with no biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the 20th century due to its use in literature.
The name Eowyn is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eowyn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Eowyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10438th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20144th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3781st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2119th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Eowyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eowyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪoʊwɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Eowyn is derived from the Old English elements 'ēa' meaning 'river' and 'wyn' meaning 'joy' or 'friend'.
Meaning
river joy
Language Evolution
Old English: Eowyn, Middle English: Eowyn, Modern English: Eowyn
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in modern times, particularly due to J.R.R. Tolkien's character Eowyn in 'The Lord of the Rings', which was published in the mid-20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Eowyn, Eowin
Modern Popularity & Image
Eowyn is often associated with strength, bravery, and independence, largely due to her portrayal as a warrior in Tolkien's works.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eowyn"
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 "Eowyn"
"Eowyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10438th of 19264 | 41 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20144th of 27321 | 17 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3781st of 35406 | 603 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2119th of 30306 | 1,071 |
Regional Popularity of "Eowyn" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Eowyn" 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) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
70.45% 3638th/5164 |
60.00% 4388th/7313 |
51.55% 3847th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.08% 2075th/3984 |
68.82% 3088th/4487 |
37.91% 2586th/6822 |
33.72% 2116th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eowyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eowyn" 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.