Eugune
Derived from the Greek name Eugenios, meaning "well-born" or "of noble birth".
Name Census estimates that about 102 living Americans carry the first name Eugune. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Eugune today is around 80 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Eugune births was 1927 (18 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Eugune. 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 Eugune is about 80 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Eugunes were born before 1956.
People living today
102
~ 1 in 3,360,337 Americans
Peak year
1927
18 babies that year
Average age
80
years old
1961 SSA rank
#3,183
Tracked since 1914
Popularity
Eugune: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Eugune from the 1910s through to the 1960s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 94 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Eugune 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 Eugune during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Eugune
The name Eugune has its origins in ancient Greek culture, with roots dating back to the 5th century BCE. It is derived from the Greek word "eugenes," which means "well-born" or "of noble birth." The name was originally used to denote individuals of aristocratic or privileged backgrounds in Greek society.
In ancient Greek literature, the name Eugune is mentioned in several philosophical texts and historical accounts. One notable reference is found in Plato's dialogues, where a character named Eugune is depicted as a wise and learned individual, reflecting the name's association with nobility and intelligence.
The earliest recorded bearers of the name Eugune can be traced back to the classical Greek era. One prominent figure was Eugune of Samos, a renowned philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 5th century BCE. He is credited with making significant contributions to the study of geometry and is often regarded as a precursor to the great mathematician Euclid.
Another notable individual named Eugune was a military commander who served under Alexander the Great during his conquest of the Persian Empire in the 4th century BCE. Eugune was praised for his strategic prowess and loyalty to the Macedonian king, playing a vital role in several decisive battles.
During the Byzantine period, the name Eugune gained popularity among the ruling classes and aristocracy of the Eastern Roman Empire. One prominent figure was Eugune Palaiologos, a high-ranking official and diplomat who served under the Emperor Manuel II in the 15th century. He played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and maintaining diplomatic relations with neighboring states.
In the realm of arts and literature, Eugune Arethas was a renowned scholar and calligrapher who lived in the 10th century CE. He is celebrated for his meticulous transcriptions of ancient Greek manuscripts, preserving invaluable works of literature and philosophy for future generations.
Over the centuries, the name Eugune has been borne by various individuals across different cultures and regions, although its usage has been relatively uncommon compared to other Greek names. Despite its ancient roots, the name has endured as a testament to its rich cultural heritage and association with nobility, intelligence, and scholarly pursuits.
People
Eugune + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Eugune as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Eugune: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Eugune?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 102 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Eugune 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 3,360,337 US residents.
Is Eugune a common name?
We classify Eugune as "Very Rare". It ranks above 64.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 347 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Eugune most popular?
The single biggest year for Eugune was 1927, when 18 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Eugune is about 80 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 Eugune in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Eugune a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Eugune in the SSA data are male. 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 Eugune still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Eugune 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 Eugune 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 people have the name Eugune?
For a quick modern take, check how many Americans are named Eugune on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.