Irish

Eoghan

Pronounced OH-inShare

Meaning: Possibly born of yew; alternative derivation from Eugenius

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Eoghan has competing explanations: Irish yew plus born, or a relationship to Latin Eugenius. Its Irish use is established even though its ultimate origin is unresolved.

Spellings & variants

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Eoghan comes from Irish.

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