US Popularity Rank: 11307

Origin: Russian

Meaning: Well-born

Give your little prince a noble name like Yevgeniy! This original Russian boy’s name derives from the Greek name Eugene. Meaning “well-born,” Yevgeniy is a standout choice that is sure to help baby stay connected to their roots and heritage. The name also has a few spelling variations, including Yevgeny, Evgeni, or Yevgeni. You might recognize this choice from the likes of Russian actor Yevgeniy Yevstigneyev, Israeli director Yevgeny Aryey, or Russian chess grandmaster Evgeny Tomashevsky.