Names Starting With E
GirlEnglish#9 in 2025
Evelyn
Evelyn is a girls' name of English origin meaning “Wished for child, life.” It ranked #9 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
EV-uh-lin
Meaning & Origin
The name Evelyn means “Wished for child, life.” It comes from the English language tradition.
Originally a surname, then a male name, now almost exclusively feminine. A classic 100-year revival name.
Popularity Over Time
#92020
#92021
#92022
#92023
#92024
#92025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #9 |
| 2024 | #9 |
| 2023 | #9 |
| 2022 | #9 |
| 2021 | #9 |
| 2020 | #9 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Evelyn
- Evelyn Waugh
- Evelyn Hugo (fictional)
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