Eufelia
Of Spanish origin, meaning fortunate or prosperous.
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Eufelia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Eufelia today is around 99 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Eufelia births was 1922 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Eufelia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Eufelia is about 99 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Eufelias were born before 1937.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Eufelia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1922
10 babies that year
Average age
99
years old
1928 SSA rank
#3,538
Tracked since 1900
Popularity
Eufelia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Eufelia from the 1900s through to the 1920s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 37 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Eufelia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Eufelia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Eufelias live
Origin
Meaning and history of Eufelia
The name Eufelia is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich tapestry of history and cultural significance. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it is believed to have derived from the Greek words "eu" meaning "good" and "phelos" meaning "useful" or "beneficial." This suggests that the name may have initially been bestowed upon individuals who were perceived as being advantageous or contributing positively to society.
In the annals of ancient Greek literature, the name Eufelia appears to have been relatively obscure, with few recorded instances of its usage. However, it did make a notable appearance in the works of the renowned playwright Aeschylus, who lived in the 5th century BC. In his tragedy "The Persians," one of the characters bears the name Eufelia, though little is known about the significance of this particular character or the reasons behind the name choice.
As civilizations rose and fell, the name Eufelia seemed to have woven its way through various cultures and eras. In the Middle Ages, there are records of a few individuals bearing this moniker, though their stories have been largely lost to the sands of time. One notable figure was Eufelia of Aragon, a noblewoman who lived in the 13th century and was renowned for her patronage of the arts and her support of scholarly pursuits.
The name Eufelia resurfaced during the Renaissance period, when a renewed interest in classical Greek culture and ideals led to a resurgence in the use of ancient Greek names. One of the most celebrated individuals to bear this name was Eufelia Gonzaga, an Italian noblewoman born in 1472. She was known for her intelligence, her love of learning, and her skill as a diplomat, serving as an advisor to several influential figures of her time.
In the 18th century, the name Eufelia found its way into the realms of literature and the arts. Eufelia Arteaga, a Spanish opera singer born in 1785, captivated audiences across Europe with her powerful voice and commanding stage presence. Meanwhile, in the world of literature, Eufelia Ramírez, a Mexican poet born in 1796, gained acclaim for her lyrical and evocative works that explored themes of love, nature, and the human experience.
As the centuries passed, the name Eufelia continued to grace the lives of remarkable individuals, each leaving their own indelible mark on history. From artists and scholars to philanthropists and leaders, those who carried this name embodied the essence of its meaning – a life lived with purpose, virtue, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the world around them.
People
Eufelia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Eufelia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Eufelia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Eufelia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Eufelia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Eufelia a common name?
We classify Eufelia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 65 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Eufelia most popular?
The single biggest year for Eufelia was 1922, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Eufelia is about 99 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Eufelia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Eufelia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Eufelia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Eufelia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Eufelia in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Eufelia can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Eufelia?
Want to know how many people share the name Eufelia? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.