Eona Name Meaning

Eona is a feminine name of Celtic origin, and it is a variation of the name Eoin, which is the Irish form of John. Therefore, Eona can be interpreted to mean "God is gracious". It is also sometimes linked to the Old Irish word "eonach" which means 'meeting' or 'assembly'. It is not a very common name, and its use is often associated with Scottish and Irish heritage.

There are not many famous personalities with the name Eona as it's quite unique. However, one notable person is Eona K. Macnicol, a British playwright from the early to mid-twentieth century. Additionally, the name Eona gained some recognition through the fantasy novel "Eona: The Last Dragoneye" by Alison Goodman.