Eustace
Eustace is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Fruitful, productive, or steadfast.
Origin and history
Eustace is an ancient name derived from the Greek name Eustakhios, meaning fruitful or steadfast. It entered the English language via Old French after being popularized by Christian saints in the Middle Ages. In the United States, it is a rare and vintage male name that has seen sparse but continued usage.
Popularity in the United States
705 babies in the United States have been named Eustace since 1880. It ranks #3971 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1896.
States where it is most popular
- NY (77.3 %)
- GA (22.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 14 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 11 |
| 1910-1920 | 111 |
| 1920-1930 | 184 |
| 1930-1940 | 83 |
| 1940-1950 | 79 |
| 1950-1960 | 56 |
| 1960-1970 | 14 |
| 1970-1980 | 24 |
| 1980-1990 | 18 |
| 1990-2000 | 34 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 41 |
| 2020-2029 | 31 |
Famous people named Eustace
- Eustace Mullins: Writer, Author
- Eustace Lycett: Visual Effects Artist
Fun facts
- Saint Eustace is traditionally regarded as the patron saint of hunters and firefighters.
- The name is famous in children's literature via C.S. Lewis's character Eustace Scrubb in The Chronicles of Narnia.