Eoghan name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Celtic and Old Greek
Usage: Scottish, Irish and Gaelic
Pronunciation: e(o)-ghan
Meaning: Yew, That of the Yew Stem End and The Element Ebor Which is of the Meaning Yew
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What does Eoghan mean?

Cherished Eoghan has its origin in Celtic and Old Greek, Eoghan means "Yew, That of the Yew Stem End or The Element Ebor Which is of the Meaning Yew" which is largely used in Irish, Scottish and Gaelic is used as a baby boy name .

Eoghan is derivative of Eugene. Also Eugene is English form of Eugène. Of Old Greek, English and French origin, Well-Known Eugene, Eugene means "Noble and Well-born".

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How do I pronounce Eoghan?

Two syllabled Eoghan is pronounced as e(o)-ghan.

Variants of Eoghan

Evan, Jehanne, Ieuan, Johanan, John, Evanna, Johanna, Ivan, Ifan, Ewan, Eavan, Evanjames, Jeanne, Johannes, Hanan, Dejohn, Gianni, Jackie, Yanis, Aaronjohn, John Paul, Hansi, Jona, Eyvan, Iwan, Iefan, Euen, Eugene, Ireland, Eugen

How popular is the name Eoghan?

In Ireland, Eoghan was once a common name since emerging in 1964 it has been given to over 5554 babies. At the peak of its usage in 2009,. However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 56 years.

Eoghan is a unique baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1989 and was able to reach the top 4000 names. In 2015, it ranked 3672nd when 29 boys were named Eoghan.

Over 365 people have been named Eoghan in United States. Also, in England and Wales, it has been in use since 1996 and was able to reach the top 900 names.

In 2000, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 848 on boy names chart when 30 babies were named Eoghan. There are over 345 babies that have been given the name Eoghan in England and Wales.

Eoghan is an uncommon baby name in France, its highest ever rank is 2677 (2007) in its 14 years run on France naming chart. Also, Eoghan is a familiar name in England.

As per our evaluation, over 6000 babies have been bestowed Eoghan around the globe.

YearRankBirths
2023486420
2022396527
2021446122
2020452621
2019762910
2018509618
2017458821
2016432123
2015367929
2014401225
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

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Numerological analysis of Eoghan

And you are respected for living according to your own rules. Letter N as your capstone represents your sixth sense and strong intuition. You need time to heal and recover. You are lagging behind on motivational front. People find it easy to communicate with you but only after you find a way to relax in their presence. You have a strong will to succeed and survive on your own. You often doubt your skills when you see someone more gifted, or better than you.

If you like Eoghan, you would love these names

  •  Kentrell - Anomalous Celtic and English Kentrell is used notably in English, meaning of Kentrell is "Royal Estate or Royal Chieftain" is given to both sexes
  •  Youen - Meaning of Youen is Yew or Shrub is of Celtic origin
  •  Gwendolyne - Far-out Gwendolyne mostly is used in English and Welsh has its origin in Celtic and Welsh, meaning of Gwendolyne is "Happy or Happy" is a girl name
  •  Dunnchad means Brown or Warrior has its origin in Celtic
  •  Maelenn has its origin in Celtic, Maelenn means "Prince or Lord"

Sibling Names for Eoghan

If you're considering the name Eoghan for your little one, you may be wondering what other names would make great sibling choices. Look no further than this list of carefully curated names, ranging from traditional to unique and fitting well with Eoghan's Irish roots.

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Names for Eoghan's brother

Famous people named Eoghan

  • Eoghan Ó Tuairisc, Irish poet and writer
  • Eoghan Corry, Irish journalist and author regarded as the most extensively travelled writer
  • Eoghan Harris, Irish journalist, fiction writer, director
  • Eoghan Hickey, former professional rugby union player
  • Eoghan McQuinn in The Chance of Striking Gold as Director
  • Eoghan Mac Giolla Bhríde is credited as writer of movie Silence
  • Eoghan O'Riada portrayed the vital character of Junkie in 2001 flick J.J. Biker.

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
  4. Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
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