Euphemia

At a Glance: Name: Euphemia – Meaning: Greek for 'well-spoken' or 'of good reputation' (eu- 'good' + pheme 'speech, reputation') – Origin: Ancient Greek – Gender: primarily used for girls

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Euphemia is an Ancient Greek name meaning 'well-spoken' or 'of good reputation,' built from eu- ('good') and pheme ('speech, reputation'). It's a long, formal name with a lot of history behind it, and it suits a parent who wants something distinctive with real roots.

Meaning & Origin of Euphemia

Meaning: Greek for 'well-spoken' or 'of good reputation' (eu- 'good' + pheme 'speech, reputation').

Origin: Ancient Greek.

Source: Wiktionary.

Popularity of Euphemia

Euphemia peaked at #770 in 1881, when 6 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #8582, with 12 babies, so it's rare today but still in use.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Euphemia mean?

Greek for ‘well-spoken’ or ‘of good reputation’ (eu- ‘good’ + pheme ‘speech, reputation’). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Euphemia)

Is Euphemia a popular name right now?

Euphemia peaked at #770 in 1881 and is ranked #8582 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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