Eoghan

At a Glance: Name: Eoghan – Meaning: born of the yew, or possibly 'youth' – Origin: Irish – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: OH-un

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Eoghan is an Irish name, and its meaning is tied to a tree: 'born of the yew.' Some read it another way, as 'youth,' so you get a nature-rooted meaning and a fresh, young one to choose between. If you want a name with Irish roots and a story behind it, Eoghan gives you two.

Meaning & Origin of Eoghan

Meaning: Born of the yew, or possibly 'youth'.

Origin: Irish.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Eoghan

Phonetic: OH-un   IPA: /ˈoʊən/

Popularity of Eoghan

Eoghan reached its highest U.S. rank in 2015, at #3719 with 29 babies given the name. By 2024 it stood at #5097 with 19 babies, according to Social Security data from 1989 to 2024.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1989–2024.

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Names With a Similar Story

Derived from shared style, era, and origin data (or, for names we have no style data for, a similar Social Security popularity trajectory) — not a hand-picked list.

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• Eshan
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• Olivianna
• Ehan
• Rossy

FAQ

What does the name Eoghan mean?

Born of the yew, or possibly ‘youth’. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Eoghan)

How do you pronounce Eoghan?

Eoghan is pronounced OH-un (IPA: /ˈoʊən/).

Is Eoghan a popular name right now?

Eoghan peaked at #3719 in 2015 and is ranked #5097 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1989–2024.)

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