Eugene
well-born, noble (Greek)
Eugene is a english / other boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 200, with 39,919 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
well-born, noble (Greek)
Eugene originates from the ancient Greek name Eugenios, composed of 'eu' (good, well) and 'genes' (born). In the Philippines, it became widespread as an English given name during the 20th century, favored as a modern alternative to the traditional Spanish name Eugenio.
Derived from the Greek name Eugenios, meaning 'well-born' or 'noble'. It entered the Philippines primarily via the American colonial period and the adoption of English given names, coexisting alongside its Spanish equivalent, Eugenio.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to nicknames like Gene, Gino, or Jen. Widely recognized and familiar across generations in the Philippines.
Related forms
- Eugenio Spanish
- Eugène French
- Eugenio Italian
- Yevgeny Russian
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Eugene with common surname pairs
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How do I use Eugene with two Filipino surnames?
Eugene is the given name. The full name is Eugene + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Eugene a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Eugene is number 200, with 39,919 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.