Eugena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eugena is a name of Greek origin meaning 'well-born' or 'noble.' It evolved from the ancient Greek 'Eugenios' through Latin into English. The name signifies noble traits and has no direct biblical relevance. It gained some popularity in the 19th century as a feminine version of Eugene.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eugena"
Pronunciation
/juˈdʒiːnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Eugena is derived from the Greek name 'Eugenios,' which means 'well-born' or 'noble.' It is formed from the elements 'eu,' meaning 'good,' and 'genes,' meaning 'born of' or 'race.'
Meaning
noble, well-born
Language Evolution
Eugenios (Ancient Greek), Eugenius (Latin), Eugene (Modern English), Eugena (Modern variation)
Historical Usage
Eugena gained popularity in the 19th century as a feminine form of the name Eugene, which itself has been used since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Eugene, Eugenia, Eugenie, Genie
Modern Popularity & Image
Eugena is considered a unique and elegant name that conveys a sense of sophistication and nobility. Its modern usage is limited but appreciated for its classic roots.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 33 peak births in 1965
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eugena"
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 "Eugena"
"Eugena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3821st of 9107 | 103 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5291st of 9204 | 46 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2842nd of 12526 | 315 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2755th of 19264 | 428 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6225th of 27321 | 203 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17408th of 35406 | 56 |
Regional Popularity of "Eugena" 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 "Eugena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
90.38% 3655th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eugena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eugena" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Eugena" in the United States
The name Eugena is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Eugena has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Eugena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3821st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5291st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2842nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2755th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6225th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17408th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Eugena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.