US Popularity:667
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):French, German
Meaning:Hazelnut; Desired
Evelynn is a gender-neutral name of British origin but is most commonly used as a girl name. This timeless and classic beauty means “desired” and originally comes from the Norman-French version, Aveline, as well as the German name Avila. What better way to start raising baby as a confident, self-possessed individual than to give them a name like Evelynn? Baby will always know they are loved when their name means a child who is sought-after and wanted. With its alternative spelling of Evelyn, this baby name is also naturally warm (and some may even say a little fulsome), with the meaning “hazelnut.”

Common Nicknames for Evelynn

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How Popular Is The Name Evelynn?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Evelynn is currently #2144 on The Bump
Boy:Evelynn is currently #1206 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Evelynn is currently #1485 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Evelynn is currently #667 in U.S. births
Girl:Evelynn is currently #320 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#320
in 2023
+ 13
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 137

  • Behind the Name, Evelynn, February 2019

  • Behind the Name, Evelyn, January 2022

  • Behind the Name, Aveline, February 2020

  • Name Doctor, Evelynn

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