Eponine

Meaning of Eponine

Eponine is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. It has its origins in France and is pronounced as ay-poh-NEEN (/e.pɔ.nin/) in French. The name Eponine is associated with strength, independence, and resilience. It gained popularity in the 19th century after being featured in Victor Hugo's novel "Les Misérables." Eponine's character in the novel is known for her loyalty and selflessness, making the name even more meaningful. Although not very common, Eponine has been steadily used as a name choice for newborns in the United States since 2012, with around 5 occurrences per year. Variations of the name include Epona.

Pronunciation

French

• Pronunced as ay-poh-NEEN (/e.pɔ.nin/)

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