UK boy's name
Eugen
Of Greek origin, meaning "well-born" or "noble.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2000. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Eugen is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Eugen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2000 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3036, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2000 to 2000. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Eugen is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Eugen. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2001 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Eugen ranked #3036 for boys in England and Wales in 2000, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 3 boys were registered as Eugen.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Eugen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3036
2000
Births in 2000
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Eugen mean?
The name Eugen has its origins in Ancient Greek, derived from the word "eugenes" which means "well-born" or "of noble birth." It was initially used as a title or epithet for individuals of high social standing or noble lineage.
The earliest recorded use of the name Eugen can be traced back to the 4th century AD, when it was mentioned in various Byzantine texts and manuscripts. During the Byzantine era, the name gained popularity among the aristocracy and was often given to male children born into prominent families.
In the Christian tradition, the name Eugen has been associated with several notable figures, including Saint Eugenius of Carthage, a 5th-century martyr, and Saint Eugenius I, who served as the Pope from 654 to 657 AD. These associations contributed to the name's widespread adoption across Europe during the medieval period.
One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name Eugen was Eugenius II, who became the Pope in 824 AD. Another prominent figure was Eugenius of Palermo, a 12th-century scholar and philosopher from Sicily. In the 16th century, Eugen of Savoy (1663-1736) was a renowned military commander who played a significant role in the wars against the Ottoman Empire.
Other notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Eugen include:
1. Eugen Bleuler (1857-1939), a Swiss psychiatrist who coined the term "schizophrenia." 2. Eugen Böhm-Bawerk (1851-1914), an Austrian economist and a leading figure in the Austrian School of Economics. 3. Eugen d'Albert (1864-1932), a German composer and pianist known for his piano concertos and operas. 4. Eugen Dücker (1841-1916), a German architect who designed several notable buildings in Berlin. 5. Eugen Klöpfer (1886-1950), a German Olympic fencer who won multiple gold medals in the early 20th century.
Over time, the name Eugen has undergone various spelling variations, such as Eugene, Eugenio, and Evgeny, reflecting its adoption across different cultures and languages. Despite its ancient origins, the name Eugen has maintained its association with nobility, intellect, and accomplishment throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Eugen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Eugen was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3036 | 3 | 1 |
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- Ewan 10,685
- Eli 8,126
- Elias 7,049
- Eric 6,654
FAQ
Eugen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Eugen in the UK right now?
In 2000, Eugen was ranked #3036 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Eugen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 3 babies registered as Eugen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Eugen?
Of Greek origin, meaning "well-born" or "noble.".
How many people are called Eugen in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Eugen across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.