Female Name
Euboia
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
animals
cows
fauna
goodness
Writing Systems
ΕὔβοιαAncient Greek
Meaning & Etymology
The name 'Euboia' originates from Greek, meaning 'good ox'. It is derived from the Greek words εὖ (eu) meaning 'good' and βοῦς (bous) meaning 'ox, cow'. This name is associated with several minor characters in Greek mythology, including a naiad who is said to have given her name to the island of Euboia.
Etymology
Original Form:
Εὔβοια
Evolution:
The name evolved from its ancient form 'Εὔβοια' to the modern spelling 'Evia'.
Source:
Greek