Eoin Geddes

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Eoin Geddes — God is gracious
180K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1995s Peak popularity
Gender
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Eoin Geddes is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Eoin is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Irish/Scottish Gaelic form of John, from Hebrew Yohanan (God is gracious). Saint Eoin of Patmos is the author of the Book of Revelation in the Gaelic tradition. The surname Geddes: Geddes (UK: GHED-iss, US: GHED-eez) is a surname of English and Scottish origin. In Scotland and Northern Ireland, the name may be derived from the place-name Geddes in Nairn, Scotland. The Dictionary of American Family Names claims that the surname is more likely a patronymic name derived from Geddie, perhaps an altered form of MacAdam. In this way, the letter G represents the Scottish Gaelic mac, "son of," and Eddie is a variant of Adam. Geddie may also be a nickname meaning "greedy," derived from gedd, meaning "pike," which could also refer to a voracious eater. Eoin is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 180K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Eoin reached peak popularity in the 1995s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Eoin

Meaning: God is gracious

Hebrew

Irish/Scottish Gaelic form of John, from Hebrew Yohanan (God is gracious). Saint Eoin of Patmos is the author of the Book of Revelation in the Gaelic tradition.

Surname: Geddes

Celtic

Geddes (UK: GHED-iss, US: GHED-eez) is a surname of English and Scottish origin. In Scotland and Northern Ireland, the name may be derived from the place-name Geddes in Nairn, Scotland. The Dictionary of American Family Names claims that the surname is more likely a patronymic name derived from Geddie, perhaps an altered form of MacAdam. In this way, the letter G represents the Scottish Gaelic mac, "son of," and Eddie is a variant of Adam. Geddie may also be a nickname meaning "greedy," derived from gedd, meaning "pike," which could also refer to a voracious eater.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Eoin is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 75%
United Kingdom 25%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Eoin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Eoin has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • John
  • Owen
  • Evan
  • Ivan

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Eoin Geddes:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Eoin?
The first name Eoin originates from Hebrew. Irish/Scottish Gaelic form of John, from Hebrew Yohanan (God is gracious). Saint Eoin of Patmos is the author of the Book of Revelation in the Gaelic tradition.
When was Eoin most popular?
The name Eoin reached its peak popularity during the 1995s.
What is the origin of the surname Geddes?
The surname Geddes originates from Celtic. Geddes (UK: GHED-iss, US: GHED-eez) is a surname of English and Scottish origin. In Scotland and Northern Ireland, the name may be derived from the place-name Geddes in Nairn, Scotland. The Dictionary of American Family Names claims that the surname is more likely a patronymic name derived from Geddie, perhaps an altered form of MacAdam. In this way, the letter G represents the Scottish Gaelic mac, "son of," and Eddie is a variant of Adam. Geddie may also be a nickname meaning "greedy," derived from gedd, meaning "pike," which could also refer to a voracious eater.
What are the origins of the name Eoin Geddes?
The name Eoin Geddes combines two different traditions: the first name Eoin has Hebrew roots, while the surname Geddes originates from Celtic.
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