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Comments and insights on the name Eugenie: | Edit

Sounds outdated, but is extremely pretty.

Personal experiences with the name Eugenie: | Edit

I had a great aunt Eugenie. She was Dutch and was a lovely, vibrant woman.

Nicknames for Eugenie: | Edit

janie
genie
ginnie

Meanings and history of the name Eugenie: | Edit

From Greek, meaning "well-born". Other forms are Eugenia and Evgenia.

Famous real-life people named Eugenie: | Edit

Empress Eugenie of France, wife of Napoleon III (born Countess Eugenie de Montijo)
Princess Eugenie of York, younger daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York
Genie (neé Eugenie) Francis, actress from "General Hospital"

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