Horse goddess
Derived from the Gaulish 'Epos' meaning horse, Eponine was originally the name of a Gallo-Roman fertility goddess who protected horses and their riders. In modern times, it is most famously associated with the tragic and heroic character in Victor Hugo's Les Misérables.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Eponine in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A tragic figure who dies for her unrequited love · Les Misérables
A Gallo-Roman woman of the 1st century known for her loyalty to her husband
