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Eve Girl

Popularity: #480 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationEeve / /iːv/

Hebrew; Latin

Meaning

Hebrew: life; Latin: evening

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Eve originates from the Hebrew name חַוָּה (Chavah), which means "life" or "living." This name is derived from the root word חיה (chayah), meaning "to live." The transition of the name into English occurred through several linguistic stages, moving from Hebrew to Greek as Εύα (Eua), then to Latin as Eva, and finally into Old French as Eve before being adopted into Middle English. The name has retained its association with life and vitality throughout its linguistic evolution.

Eve is a significant figure in Judeo-Christian tradition, recognized as the first woman created by God in the Book of Genesis, which dates back to the 6th century BCE in its earliest forms. Her narrative is foundational, as she is often associated with themes of creation, temptation, and the human condition. The story of Adam and Eve has been interpreted in various ways throughout history, influencing theological discussions and artistic representations from the early Christian era onward. The name appears in various translations of the Bible, including the Septuagint and the Vulgate, solidifying its importance in religious texts.

Culturally, Eve symbolizes femininity and the complexities of human existence. Her story has inspired countless works of literature, art, and philosophy, often reflecting on themes of innocence, knowledge, and moral choice. The name has been embraced in various cultures, often associated with the idea of new beginnings and life. The diminutive form "Evie" has also emerged in some contexts, reflecting a softer, affectionate variant of the name. Overall, Eve's historical and cultural significance has ensured its enduring presence in various traditions.

Trend Summary

Eve has maintained a steady level of popularity in the U.S., often ranking within the top 100 names for girls.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Eva
  • Evie

International Variants

  • Eva (Spanish)
  • Ewa (Polish)
  • Yvette (French)

Famous people named Eve

Eve is a rapper and actress best known for Let There Be Eve...Ruff Ryders' First Lady, Gangsta Lovin', and the TV series Eve.

Eve Ensler is a playwright and activist best known for The Vagina Monologues and the V-Day movement.

Eve Myles is an actress best known for Torchwood, Being Human, and Frankie.

Eve Arden is an actress best known for Our Miss Brooks, Mildred Pierce, and Grease.

Fictional characters named Eve

Eve is a fictional character from the film WALL-E. She is a sleek, advanced robot sent to Earth to find signs of sustainable life.

Eve is a fictional character from the video game series Metal Gear. She is a key figure in the story, often associated with the themes of espionage and betrayal.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Eve was first seen in the United States in 1880. Eve has ranked as high as #740 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Eve has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Eve (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 68
14%
NY 36
8%
TX 31
7%
FL 26
6%
OH 25
5%
UT 23
5%
IL 22
5%
WA 22
5%
GA 19
4%
VA 19
4%
MA 16
3%
PA 16
3%
MN 15
3%
NC 15
3%
NJ 15
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18807
188110
18826
18836
188411
188510
18867
188710
188813
188914
189011
189113
189218
189323
189420
189526
189627
189719
189829
189932
190035
190126
190233
190333
190441
190544
190648
190773
190867
190967
191076
191171
1912104
1913123
1914130
1915143
1916144
1917138
1918127
1919104
1920101
1921106
192281
192376
1924113
192581
192677
192782
192880
192977
193078
193155
193263
193365
193477
193553
193658
193749
193860
193966
194072
1941102
194283
1943108
1944112
1945122
1946135
1947118
1948111
194998
1950108
1951183
1952189
1953208
1954233
1955258
1956306
1957289
1958273
1959288
1960302
1961304
1962313
1963291
1964269
1965255
1966232
1967210
1968214
1969219
1970241
1971240
1972205
1973173
1974233
1975232
1976211
1977219
1978208
1979212
1980216
1981218
1982189
1983168
1984147
1985149
1986141
1987113
1988126
1989152
1990118
1991136
1992135
1993139
1994141
1995137
1996160
1997161
1998223
1999322
2000482
2001500
2002478
2003499
2004450
2005417
2006491
2007484
2008470
2009521
2010495
2011532
2012530
2013615
2014695
2015680
2016703
2017732
2018723
2019650
2020651
2021648
2022548
2023496
2024529