Eugene Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Eugene Name at a Glance

Name	Eugene
Meaning	Well-born. Famous bearer: Prince Eugene of Savoy; American playwright Eugene O'Neill.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Eugene Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Eugene means “Well-born. Famous bearer: Prince Eugene of Savoy; American playwright Eugene O'Neill”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Eugene Name Origin

Our database records Eugene under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Eugene a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Eugene is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Eugene

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