What does the name Evelyn mean?

The name Evelyn means "Desired".

What is the origin of the name Evelyn?

Evelyn is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 9,116 babies were named Evelyn in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Evelyn is traditionally used as a girl's name.

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Births Last Year: 9,116 →

All-Time Total: 604,506

Peak Year: 1921

Evelyn is of English origin, derived from the Old French name Aveline, which is ultimately derived from the Germanic name Avila.

Girl names closely related to Evelyn

Hazel Rosalie Everly Adeline Lilah Avery Lyla Ellie

Boy names closely related to Evelyn

Oliver Jude Levi Elliott Paul Conrad Jameson Clark

Names with similar meaning to Evelyn

Aileen Allene Desirae Desiree Eileen Evalyn Evelin Evelina

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