Eugenio

Meaning of Eugenio

The name Eugenio is a distinguished male name with rich historical and cultural roots. Originating from the Greek name "Eugenios," which means "well-born" or "noble," it has been embraced in various cultures, most notably in Spanish and Italian-speaking regions. In Spanish, it is pronounced as eh-oo-HEN-yo, while in Italian, it is pronounced as eh-oo-JEH-nee-oh. The name Eugenio is closely related to the English name Eugene. Despite its classical origins, Eugenio has maintained a steady presence in baby naming charts over the years. In the United States, its popularity peaked during the early 20th century but continues to be a cherished choice for parents seeking a name that exudes nobility and tradition. With its elegant sound and noble meaning, Eugenio carries an air of sophistication and timeless appeal.

Pronunciation

Spanish

  • Pronunced as eh-oo-HEN-yo (/eˈxenjo/)

Italian

  • Pronunced as eh-oo-JEH-nee-oh (/eˈuɡənjo/)

U.S. Popularity Chart

Similar Names to Eugenio

Notable People Named Eugenio

Eugenio Espejo - Francisco Javier Eugenio de Santa Cruz y Espejo was a prominent medical pioneer, writer, and lawyer in colonial Ecuador, known for inspiring the separatist movement in Quito and being regarded as one of the most important figures in colonial Ecuador.
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Eugenio Henke was an Italian admiral who served as the director of the Defense Information Service and later became the Chief of Defense Staff.
Eugenio Vegas Latapié - Eugenio Vegas Latapie (1907–1985) was a Spanish monarchist writer, activist, and conspirator known for his extreme monarchism and involvement with Acción Española.
Eugenio Matte Hurtado was a prominent Chilean lawyer, politician, and Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Chile, known for his role as a founding member of the Socialist Party of Chile and service as the Minister of Interior of the Socialist Republic of Chile.
Eugenio Caballero is a renowned Mexican production designer, celebrated for his award-winning work on Guillermo del Toro's film Pan's Labyrinth.
Eugenio Montejo was a Venezuelan poet, essay writer, and founder of the literary magazine Azar.
Eugenio Garin was an Italian philosopher and Renaissance historian, known for his expertise in the cultural history of the Renaissance and his contributions to academia.
Eugenio Garza Lagüera was a Mexican businessman and philanthropist known for his leadership at ITESM and Femsa, and was recognized with the Business Social Responsibility Award from the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars.
Eugenio Tosi was an Italian cardinal of the Catholic Church who served as Archbishop of Milan and was elevated to the cardinalate in 1922.
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Eugenio Claro is a Chilean alpine skier who represented his country at the 2014 Winter Olympics in three alpine skiing events.
Eugenio Chiaradia, also known as "Professor," was an Italian bridge player and philosopher who was a key figure in the development of the Neapolitan Club system and won six Bermuda Bowl titles with the Blue Team.
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