Eugénie

well-born, noble
French origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#1964US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
How to pronounce Eugénie
uu-zhe-nee
/uu-zhe-nee/ · · 2 syllables
well-born, noble
French origin · Girl name

What does Eugénie mean and where does it come from?

Eugénie is derived from the Greek name Eugenios, meaning 'well-born'.

Cultural significance
The name has been popular in French-speaking countries and is often associated with nobility and aristocracy.
Peak popularity
Reached #1964 in 2015 — currently #1964 in the US.
🌿
Related Reading
French-origin baby names with timeless appeal
Browse names →

How else can you spell Eugénie?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Eugénie?

Eugénie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Eugénie Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Eugénie Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Eugénie Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Eugénie Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Eugénie Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Eugénie Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
👶
Middle Names
The best middle names for Eugénie
Browse ideas →

How popular is Eugénie right now?

Holding steady — currently #1964 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1964 · Top 1.4%
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#196410stable
2022#196410stable
2021#196410stable
2020#196410stable
2019#196410
💎Eugénie is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Eugénie?

AFRICAN AMERICAN
Lagina
BULGARIAN
Zhenya
ENGLISH
GeenaGenaGenieGina
RUSSIAN
Zhenya

Famous people named Eugénie

Ed
Eugénie de Montijo
The last Empress of the French, married to Napoleon III.
EB
Eugénie Bouchard
A Canadian professional tennis player and former top-ranked player.
👑
Celebrity Names
What celebrities named their babies in 2025
Explore →

Common questions about the name Eugénie

What does the name Eugénie mean?
Eugénie means "well-born, noble" — a name rooted in French tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Eugénie?
Eugénie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Eugénie?
Eugénie originates from French tradition. French names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Eugénie a common or rare name?
Eugénie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Eugénie more of a girl or boy name?
Eugénie is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.