Male Name
Evgeniy
jɪv.ˈɡʲe.nʲɪj
ɪv.ˈɡʲe.nʲɪj
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
chess Grandmasters
top 10 in Russia
Writing Systems
ЕвгенийRussian
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
48/100
Meaning & Etymology
Yevgeny is the Russian form of the masculine given name Eugene, derived from the Greek name Εὐγένιος (Eugenios), meaning 'well-born' or 'noble'. It is commonly transliterated in various forms such as Yevgenii, Yevgeniy, Evgeni, Evgeny, Evgenii, Evgeniy, Evgenyi, or Evgenij. The name has been widely used in Russian-speaking countries and has a rich cultural and historical significance.
Etymology
Original Form:
Εὐγένιος (Eugenios)
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Greek 'Eugenios' to the Russian 'Yevgeny' through cultural and linguistic adaptations.
Source:
Greek origin, adapted into Russian culture.