US Popularity:21
Origin:British
Meaning:desired; island; wished for
Evelyn is a gender-neutral baby name of mixed origins. With the British translation “desired” and “island," Evelyn is definitely a name to yearn for. These blissful definitions also correlate with the French name Aveline meaning “wished for.” With such captivating connotations, it's no surprise that Evelyn has made its way into the heart of the United States, Nigeria, and Ghana. If you’ve tried wishing upon a star, baby Evelyn may be your dream come true.

Common Nicknames for Evelyn

What’s not to like about the name Evelyn? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Evelyn

How Popular Is The Name Evelyn?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Evelyn is currently #18 on The Bump
Boy:Evelyn is currently #9 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Evelyn is currently #17 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Evelyn is currently #21 in U.S. births
Boy:Evelyn is currently #9144 in U.S. births
Girl:Evelyn is currently #9 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#9
in 2023
No change
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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