Well-born or noble
Derived from the Greek name Eugenios, it is composed of the elements 'eu' (well) and 'genos' (birth). It shares the same etymological root as the English name Eugene and has been borne by several saints and popes.
Less common today
Eugenio isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,421 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Nobel Prize-winning Italian poet and writer
Acclaimed Mexican actor, comedian, and filmmaker
Major League Baseball third baseman
Puerto Rican educator, philosopher, and lawyer
Italian football player and manager
