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Eugene vs Imelda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Imelda

Girl #3,675 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful in battle, mighty warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Filipino Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,675
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Eugene Rank #871
Imelda Rank #3,675

Eugene is more popular, ranked #871 vs #3675 for Imelda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eugene or Imelda more popular?

Eugene is more popular, ranked #871 compared to Imelda at #3675 in the United States.

What do Eugene and Imelda mean?

Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin). Imelda means "powerful in battle, mighty warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Eugene and Imelda boy or girl names?

Eugene is primarily a boy name. Imelda is primarily a girl name.

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