Eugenios

Eugenios is a masculine given name of Greek origin. It stems from the Greek Ευγένιος (Eugenios), formed from eu- meaning “good, well” and genos meaning “birth, origin,” and is commonly understood to mean “noble-born” or “well-born.” The name has a long history in Greek-speaking communities and has produced several forms in other languages, including Eugene in English, Evgeni/Evgeniy in various Slavic languages, Eugenio in Italian and Spanish, and Eugène in French. In modern Greek, the form Eugenios is widely used, with occasional transliterations such as Evgenios.

The name has been borne by religious figures in Christian tradition, including saints and bishops, which has contributed to its enduring presence in Orthodox and Catholic calendars. Its association with long-standing religious and cultural heritage has helped sustain its popularity in Greek-speaking regions and among Greek diaspora communities.

In contemporary usage, Eugenios remains a traditional and relatively common name in Greece and Cyprus, often chosen for its classic connotation and historical associations. Its variants appear across Europe and the wider Christian world, reflecting the broad adoption of the name in various languages and cultures. While most often encountered as a given name, forms of Eugenios have also influenced related name variants and cognates in regional languages.