Euphemia is a unique and historic female given name of Greek origin, derived from the word 'eupheme', which means "well-spoken" or "eloquent". It was quite popular during the Middle Ages, particularly in Scotland where it is still associated with Saint Euphemia, a 4th-century martyr who was venerated there. The name has been worn by several notable figures throughout history, including Saint Euphemia herself and Queen Euphemia of Italy. Today, while not as common as it once was, Euphemia remains an elegant and distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a rich historical background and a beautiful meaning.
The name Euphemia has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years, with several periods of no births and others with significant numbers. The most frequent year for births was 1895 with 11 occurrences, while 2022 had the highest number of recent births at 16. Overall, there were 740 recorded births for this name between 1880 and 2023.