Eugene
boy name#943 in 2025Eugene entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #20 in 1927, ranks #943 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#943
rank today
#20
peak (1927)
249
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #52 |
| 1890s | #49 |
| 1900s | #43 |
| 1910s | #40 |
| 1920s | #24 |
| 1930s | #27 |
| 1940s | #51 |
| 1950s | #81 |
| 1960s | #118 |
| 1970s | #158 |
| 1980s | #228 |
| 1990s | #397 |
| 2000s | #614 |
| 2010s | #798 |
| 2020s | #892 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Eugene has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 139,000 people named Eugene are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Eugene alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Eugene in 2025?
- Eugene ranks #943 among US boy names in 2025, with 249 babies given the name.
- When was the name Eugene most popular?
- Eugene peaked in 1927, reaching #20 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Eugene with classmates?
- Eugene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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