Origin and Meaning of Eunice
Meaning & Origin
Good victory or victorious
Origin: Greek - Eunice is derived from the Greek name 'Euníkē' which is a combination of 'eu' meaning 'good' and 'nikē' meaning 'victory'.
Interesting Facts
- Eunice is a name that appears in the New Testament of the Bible, specifically in 2 Timothy, where Eunice is referred to as the mother of Timothy.
- The name Eunice has been used in various cultures and is found in numerous forms, including the Latinized form 'Eunicia' and the French form 'Eunice'.
- Notable bearers of the name include Eunice Kennedy Shriver, an American writer and activist, and Eunice Huthart, a reality TV personality.
- Eunice saw moderate popularity in the United States in the early to mid-20th century but has declined in usage since the 1960s.
- Variations of Eunice include Unice and Younis, while closely related names that share similar meanings include Victoria and Nicole.