A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Eurydice since 1965
Babies named Eurydice per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 19 |
| 1970s | 23 |
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 16 |
| 2020s | 32 |
Meaning & origin
Eurydice is a name of Greek mythic resonance, drawn from the story of Orpheus and his ill-fated bride. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1965, and reached its peak popularity in 1974. After decades of obscurity, it has been rising again since 2017, reflecting a broader revival of classical and mythological names in the 2010s and 2020s. Despite its ancient roots, Eurydice remains rare: in 2023, it ranked 9,457th, with only about 1 in 160,727 newborn girls given the name. Its literary and historical weight gives it an intellectual, artistic appeal, though its pronunciation can be a hurdle for some families. The name has not been concentrated in any particular U.S. state, maintaining a truly national rarity.
Eurydice is a name from Greek mythology, composed of elements meaning 'wide' and 'justice', though the exact interpretation is debated. In mythology, she was the wife of Orpheus, who attempted to rescue her from the underworld. The name has been used sparingly in English-speaking countries since the Renaissance, often among families with literary or classical interests.
“Eurydice” around the world
Where Eurydice lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eurie, Dice
Variants: Eurydika, Eurydike
Sibling names for Eurydice
Names that share Eurydice's style, for a brother or sister.
