Origin and Meaning of Ewing

Elite or noble

Origin: Scottish - Derived from the Scottish surname Ewing, which is thought to originate from the Old Gaelic 'Eòghann', meaning 'noble' or 'born of the yew tree'.

• Ewing is both a given name and a surname that has been featured in various historical contexts across Scotland.
• The name has gained popularity in both England and the United States, particularly during the 19th century.
• Notable bearers of the name include Ewing Young, an American pioneer and cattleman, and Ewing Kauffman, founder of Marion Laboratories and the Kansas City Royals baseball team.
• The name Ewing saw a peak of popularity in the U.S. during the 1930s but has since diminished in common usage, currently being considered more of a unique or vintage name.
• Variations of the name include Ewyn and Ewington, though these are less common.