Evangelyn Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-VAN-juh-lin / ɪˈvæn.dʒə.lɪnEnglish; Greek
Meaning
English: bearer of good news; Greek: good news
Historical & Cultural Background
Evangelyn is a modern variant of the name Evangeline, which has roots in the Greek word 'euangelion,' meaning 'good news.' The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in literature. It is often associated with themes of hope and positivity. The name has been embraced in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Evangelyn is a relatively rare name in the United States, with a slight increase in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Evangeline
- Evangelynn
International Variants
- Evangeline (French)
- Evangelyne (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Evangelyn was first seen in the United States in 1920. Evangelyn has ranked as high as #1315 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Evangelyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Evangelyn (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 31 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 13 |