MallowbyNames

Eino

AY-no · The only one, or one and only.

Peak popularity
1910
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Eino since 1901

Babies named Eino per year in U.S. Social Security records.

254974192019602000Most births 1915Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1900s90
1910s441
1920s213
1930s46
1940s18
1950s6
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Eino is a Finnish masculine name that translates to 'the only one,' rooted in the Finnish word 'yksi' for 'one.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1901, reflecting the arrival of Finnish immigrants. The name reached its peak popularity in 1910, but since then its usage has declined substantially. In the 2020s, Eino remains a stable but rare choice, not appearing in the top 1000 names for recent years. Its trajectory shows consistent low usage, typical of names that are uncommon outside their culture of origin. While its top states are not recorded for recent decades, Eino carries a strong cultural identity tied to Finnish heritage.

Eino is a Finnish masculine given name, derived from the Finnish word 'yksi' meaning 'one'. It is often considered a short form of older names like Einojuhani or a variant of the name 'Aino', which means 'the only one'. The name gained popularity in Finland in the early 20th century, particularly during the national romantic period.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Eikka, Eikka-Poika

Variants: Aino, Einojuhani

Sibling names for Eino

Names that share Eino's style, for a brother or sister.

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

E is for Eino, our favorite little boy.

E is for Eino…”

In a Mallowby alphabet book, Eino's letter becomes Eino's page: hand-illustrated, printed hardcover or paperback, made just for them.

Make Eino's book

Books for siblings or grandkids? The second book is 15% off.

Questions parents ask

What does the name Eino mean?
Eino means 'the only one' or 'one and only', derived from the Finnish word for 'one'.
How popular is the name Eino?
Eino peaked in popularity in 1910, but is rarely used in the United States today. In 2025, it did not rank among the top 1000 names.
Is Eino a boy's name?
Yes, Eino is almost exclusively used as a masculine given name, particularly in Finland.