Eugene
Meaning of Eugene
The name Eugene is a classic male name with rich historical roots and a global presence. Originating from the Greek name "Eugenios," which means "well-born" or "noble," Eugene has been used across various cultures and languages, each with its unique pronunciation. In French, it is pronounced as eu-ZHEN, in Russian as yoo-GYEN, and in English as yoo-JEEN. The name enjoyed significant popularity in the early 20th century in the United States, peaking in usage during the 1920s. Although its prevalence has waned over the decades, Eugene remains a timeless choice that evokes a sense of dignity and tradition. Famous bearers of the name include American writer Eugene O'Neill and pioneering geneticist Eugene Wigner, further associating the name with creativity and intellect. Variations of Eugene include Eugenio, adding an international flair to this enduring classic.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as eu-ZHEN (/ø.ʒɛn/)
Russian
- Pronunced as yoo-GYEN (/ju:ˌdʒin/)
English
- Pronunced as yoo-JEEN (/ju:ˌdʒi:n/)
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Notable People Named Eugene
| Eugene Victor Debs was a prominent American socialist, political activist, and trade unionist, known for his leadership in the labor movement and as a five-time presidential candidate for the Socialist Party of America. |
| Eugene Gladstone O'Neill was an influential Irish-American playwright known for his poetic plays and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. |
| Eugene Merle Shoemaker was an American geologist known for co-discovering Comet Shoemaker–Levy 9 and providing evidence of the origin of Barringer Meteor Crater in Arizona. |
| Eugene Lee Yang is a multi-talented American filmmaker, actor, and internet celebrity, recognized for his work with BuzzFeed and as a member of The Try Guys, as well as for his advocacy for human rights and LGBTQ+ causes. |
| Eugene Levy is a celebrated Canadian actor and comedian, known for his portrayal of flustered and unconventional characters, and has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. |
| Eugene Hoiland Peterson was an American Presbyterian minister, theologian, and author known for his influential work, The Message: The Bible in Contemporary Language. |
| Eugene Bondurant Sledge was a United States Marine, university professor, and author known for his memoir chronicling his combat experiences during World War II, which inspired several documentaries and a miniseries. |
| Eugene Newman Parker was an American solar and plasma physicist known for his groundbreaking theories on the solar wind, Parker spiral, and nanoflares. |
| Eugene Harold Robinson is a Pulitzer Prize-winning American newspaper columnist and associate editor of The Washington Post. |
| Eugene David Commins was a distinguished physicist and professor at the University of California, Berkeley, known for his membership in prestigious scientific organizations. |
| Eugene Michael Lang was an American businessman and philanthropist known for founding REFAC Technology Development Corporation and creating several charitable foundations, including the I Have A Dream Foundation and Project Pericles. |
| Eugene Ramsden, 1st Baron Ramsden - Eugene Joseph Squire Hargreaves Ramsden, 1st Baron Ramsden OBE, was a prominent Conservative Party politician in the United Kingdom. |
| Eugene Robert Black I was an American attorney and businessman who served as the 6th chairman of the Federal Reserve and governor of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. |
| Eugene Ludovic Wamalwa is a prominent Kenyan politician who has held various ministerial positions and is known for his involvement in the Azimio la Umoja - One Kenya Coalition Party. |
| Eugene Peter Ruehlmann was an American lawyer and politician who served as the Mayor of Cincinnati, Ohio from 1967 to 1971. |
