Eniko
Primarily a girl's name of Hungarian origin with 35 recorded births. Also given to 6 boys.
Meaning & Origin
Eniko peaked during the Gen Alpha era, when 10 babies received this name in a single year (2022). That era was defined by creative, boundary-pushing naming, and Eniko has a more concentrated history, reflecting a specific cultural moment rather than a broad generational wave.
Eniko is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Eniko is a boy's and girl's baby name of Hungarian origin, derived from the Hungarian word ünő or enő, meaning 'doe' or 'young female deer.' In Hungarian tradition, the name carries associations with grace and gentleness.
Eniko gained international recognition through Eniko Parrish, the Hungarian-American model and wife of comedian Kevin Hart, bringing this Eastern European name to American audiences. In Hungary it's a traditional feminine name; in the U.S. it carries an elegant European rarity. A name of quiet, deer-like grace.
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Phonetically, Eniko belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their open, approachable ending — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. At three syllables, it has a three-beat flow that carries a sense of formality and completeness.
Within the Hungarian naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Hungarian names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Eniko’s linguistic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Eniko has 5+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2017.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 25 | ▲ |
| 2010s | 10 | — |
The Story of Eniko
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2022, Eniko is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Eniko are most likely born between 2017 and 2023.
How rare is Eniko?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Eniko is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2017, peaked in the 2020s with 25 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(5 years, 2017–2023)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | #13943 |
| 2022 | 10 | #9906 |
| 2021 | 9 | #10529 |
| 2018 | 5 | #16412 |
| 2017 | 5 | #16608 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Eniko as a Boy's Name
Though more common for girls, Eniko has a notable history as a boy's name too, with 6 births since 2020.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2017–2023