Éunice
/euniθe/from spelling rulesfeminine
Éunice is the Spanish form of the female given name Eunice.
Éunice is used as a feminine given name.
Meaning: female given name (name)
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /euniθe/.
Did you know?
- Because of its Greek roots, the name Éunice is linguistically related to the Spanish word eunomia, which refers to the ideal of 'good law' or 'good order'.
- In some religious Hispanic communities, Éunice is grouped with names like Priscila and Lidia as 'matriarchal' biblical names that convey strength and leadership.
- While Éunice is the formal name, Spanish speakers often create affectionate nicknames or 'hipocorísticos' by shortening it to Uni or Nice.
Examples in context
- ¡Hola! Mi nombre es Eunice.Hello! My name is Eunice.
- Eunice, tu sonrisa es contagiosa.Eunice, your smile is contagious.
- Muchas gracias por todo, Eunice.Thank you so much for everything, Eunice.
- Éunice es una excelente doctora.Éunice is an excellent doctor.
- ¿Conoces a la niña llamada Éunice?Do you know the girl named Éunice?
- Éunice vive cerca de la escuela.Éunice lives near the school.
Example conversation
Javier and María are talking about a coworker.
- Javier¿Quién es la nueva jefa?Who is the new boss?
- MaríaSe llama Éunice y es muy amable.Her name is Éunice and she is very kind.
- Javier¿Tú conoces a Éunice desde hace mucho?Have you known Éunice for a long time?
- MaríaNo, la conocí la semana pasada.No, I met her last week.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “eunice” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
