Eva
Eva is a timeless name of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Eve, meaning 'life' or 'living one.' It has been beloved across European cultures for centuries and carries a simple, elegant beauty.
Current Popularity
#120 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Only three letters but feels complete and substantial
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Works beautifully as both a standalone name and nickname for Evelyn or Evangeline
- •Pronunciation is consistent across cultures (EE-vah or AY-vah)
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Famous People
Eva Perón
First Lady of Argentina and political icon
Eva Mendes
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Eva Longoria
Actress and producer
Eva Green
French actress
Statistics
282,580
Total births since 1880
1918
Peak year
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