Euphemia Name Meaning

The name Euphemia is derived from the Greek words "eu" meaning "good" and "pheme" meaning "voice" or "fame." Therefore, the meaning of the name Euphemia is often interpreted as "well spoken" or "of good repute."

The name primarily has Greek origins and was popular among the Byzantines. It gained further popularity in Scotland during the Middle Ages after the saint and princess Euphemia of Hungary became widely venerated. She was known for her piety and her relics were kept in a famous shrine in Scotland, which attracted pilgrims.