Eva

Girl's name

Eva is a Latin name derived from the Hebrew name Chavah, meaning "life" or "living."

Meaning To live, to breathe
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 2,296 Falling
Peak year 1918

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Short Names Starting With E

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Eva Longoria - Actress, Desperate Housewives
  • Eva Mendes - Actress, Hitch
  • Eva Perón - Argentine First Lady, political figure
  • Eva Green - Actress, Casino Royale
  • Eva Marie Saint - Actress, On the Waterfront
  • Eva Gabor - Actress, Green Acres
  • Eva Amurri - Actress, Californication
  • Eva Marcille - Model, America's Next Top Model
  • Eva Marie - Wrestler, WWE
  • Eva Marie Veigel - Ballet dancer, Royal Swedish Ballet

Sisters for Eva

Girl names closely related to Eva

Arya Sophia Chloe Olivia Emma Abigail Bella Elle

Brothers for Eva

Boy names closely related to Eva

Noah Aiden Kevin Jordan Lucas Brian Jason Matthew

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Eva

Chava Eve Evie Evita

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