Eugenio

well-born, noble (Greek via Spanish)

Eugenio is a spanish / other boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 353, with 20,299 records. It has 3 syllables.

Spanish / Other Spanish colonial
May 2021 rank
#353
May 2021 records
20,299
Syllables
3
Origin
Spanish / Other
Background
Spanish colonial
Sound
Neutral

Origin and meaning

well-born, noble (Greek via Spanish)

Eugenio derives from the Greek name Eugenios, meaning 'well-born' or 'noble'. In the Philippines, it was widely adopted through Spanish Catholic naming conventions and the veneration of various saints named Eugene. It remains a recognized classic and aristocratic name, prominently carried by notable Philippine historical and business figures.

Eugenio is the Spanish and Italian form of the Ancient Greek name Eugenios, derived from 'eu' (good, well) and 'genes' (born). It was introduced to the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period through Christian naming traditions.

Spanish 80% Other 20%

Name character

Strength
3/5
Modernity
1/5
Formal feel
4/5
Sound: Neutral Ruler Pairs with short or long surnames Travels well

In the Philippines

Commonly shortened in Filipino households to Eugene, Gino, Genio, or traditional nicknames like Inggo and Enyong.

Best known for: Eugenio Lopez Sr. (industrialist and founder of the Lopez business dynasty)

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