Evelyn Name Origin
/EE-vuh-lin/-
American (Anglo-Saxon) 50% -
British (Celtic) 30%
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Canadian (Anglo-Saxon) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Evelyn
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
Name Origin
The name Evelyn originated as a surname in England, derived from the Norman French 'Aveline,' meaning 'hazelnut.' It became popular as a given name in English-speaking countries during the 19th century.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Evelyn each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).