Evalyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEV-uh-lin / ˈɛv.ə.lɪnEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: desired; Hebrew: life
Historical & Cultural Background
Evalyn is a variant of the name Evelyn, which has roots in the Old French name Aveline, meaning 'hazelnut.' The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century. It has been associated with various cultural figures and has evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time.
Trend Summary
Evalyn has seen a rise in popularity in the United States in recent years, reflecting a trend towards vintage and classic names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Evelyn
- Evaline
International Variants
- Evelyne (French)
- Evelina (Italian)
- Evelyn (Spanish)
Famous people named Evalyn
Evalyn Walsh McLean was an American socialite and the last private owner of the Hope Diamond.
Evalyn Parry is a Canadian performer and playwright known for her work in theatre and music.
Fictional characters named Evalyn
Evalyn is a character in the novel 'The Last Summer' by Rebecca K. O'Connor, where she navigates the complexities of young adulthood.
Evalyn is a supporting character in the animated series 'The Fairly OddParents,' known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Evalyn was first seen in the United States in 1880. Evalyn has ranked as high as #1065 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Evalyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Evalyn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 22 | |
| CA | 21 | |
| WI | 8 | |
| MO | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| UT | 6 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 8 |
| 1882 | 13 |
| 1883 | 9 |
| 1884 | 13 |
| 1885 | 16 |
| 1886 | 12 |
| 1887 | 15 |
| 1888 | 19 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 13 |
| 1891 | 23 |
| 1892 | 19 |
| 1893 | 23 |
| 1894 | 21 |
| 1895 | 25 |
| 1896 | 28 |
| 1897 | 26 |
| 1898 | 35 |
| 1899 | 22 |
| 1900 | 39 |
| 1901 | 23 |
| 1902 | 20 |
| 1903 | 35 |
| 1904 | 23 |
| 1905 | 38 |
| 1906 | 32 |
| 1907 | 32 |
| 1908 | 37 |
| 1909 | 37 |
| 1910 | 38 |
| 1911 | 54 |
| 1912 | 68 |
| 1913 | 81 |
| 1914 | 126 |
| 1915 | 172 |
| 1916 | 196 |
| 1917 | 196 |
| 1918 | 222 |
| 1919 | 179 |
| 1920 | 178 |
| 1921 | 158 |
| 1922 | 158 |
| 1923 | 143 |
| 1924 | 114 |
| 1925 | 95 |
| 1926 | 110 |
| 1927 | 82 |
| 1928 | 70 |
| 1929 | 62 |
| 1930 | 68 |
| 1931 | 61 |
| 1932 | 63 |
| 1933 | 49 |
| 1934 | 41 |
| 1935 | 47 |
| 1936 | 52 |
| 1937 | 53 |
| 1938 | 49 |
| 1939 | 49 |
| 1940 | 52 |
| 1941 | 56 |
| 1942 | 45 |
| 1943 | 46 |
| 1944 | 31 |
| 1945 | 29 |
| 1946 | 41 |
| 1947 | 33 |
| 1948 | 29 |
| 1949 | 28 |
| 1950 | 19 |
| 1951 | 44 |
| 1952 | 33 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1954 | 24 |
| 1955 | 29 |
| 1956 | 39 |
| 1957 | 23 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 23 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 61 |
| 2004 | 68 |
| 2005 | 92 |
| 2006 | 108 |
| 2007 | 132 |
| 2008 | 134 |
| 2009 | 209 |
| 2010 | 241 |
| 2011 | 247 |
| 2012 | 281 |
| 2013 | 270 |
| 2014 | 331 |
| 2015 | 321 |
| 2016 | 320 |
| 2017 | 277 |
| 2018 | 263 |
| 2019 | 247 |
| 2020 | 230 |
| 2021 | 201 |
| 2022 | 200 |
| 2023 | 202 |
| 2024 | 168 |