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Eoghan
How to Pronounce Eoghan
Pronounced OH-ən /ˈoʊ.ən/Medium
Meaning: From Irish Eoghan, 'born of the yew tree' (or 'young warrior') — the Irish form of Owen/EugeneLow
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History & Origin
Eoghan is the Irish form of Owen/Eugene — possibly 'born of the yew tree' (the yew, a sacred tree), or linked to Greek eugenes, 'well-born, noble' (routes layered, which we note). An ancient, noble Irish name; the spelling looks complex but is said 'OH-ən'.
In the U.S. it appears in Irish families. Rare, born-of-the-yew at the root, and ancient.
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What does the name Eoghan mean?
Eoghan is the Irish Owen — 'born of the yew tree' or 'young warrior'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Eoghan?
It's said OH-ən /ˈoʊ.ən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Eoghan a boy or girl name?
Eoghan is a boy's name.
How popular is Eoghan?
Eoghan is a rare name in the U.S.