Eureka
Eureka: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Eureka
- A given name, like for the protagonists of Eureka's Castle or Eureka Seven.
How popular is Eureka?
Since 1880, 860 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Eureka (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1969 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #6110 in 1978. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Eureka FAQ
What does the name Eureka mean?
A given name, like for the protagonists of Eureka's Castle or Eureka Seven.
How popular is the name Eureka?
Since 1880, 860 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Eureka (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1969 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #6110 in 1978. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Eureka a boy or girl name?
Eureka is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 860 girls and 5 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.