Evva

“Life” — Associated with femininity and resilience

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13971US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

353All-time births

📅 Since 189300

What does Evva mean and where does it come from?

The name Evva is a modern variant of the name Eve, which has roots in Hebrew, where it is spelled אֵוָה. It is popular in the United States and has gained some recognition in Hungary as well. The name embodies a sense of vitality and is often associated with femininity and resilience. Evva reflects

Cultural significance

Evva has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of life.

Peak popularity

Reached #1416 in 1893 — currently #13971 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Evva?

Evva works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Evva Grace

How popular is Evva right now?

Rising fast — up 152 spots — currently #13971 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1910–2023#13971 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13971	6	▲ up 152
2022	#14123	6	▼ down 2684 · -25% births
2021	#11439	8	▲ up 1950 · +33% births
2020	#13389	6	▼ down 1524 · -25% births
2015	#11865	8	▼ down 1386 · -20% births
2010	#10479	10	▲ up 6061 · +100% births
2005	#16540	5	▼ down 13316 · -37% births
1935	#3224	8	▲ up 1440 · +60% births
1930	#4664	5	▼ down 911 · -37% births
1925	#3753	8	▼ down 590 · -20% births
1920	#3163	10	▼ down 726 · -17% births
1915	#2437	12	▼ down 567 · +50% births
1910	#1870	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Evva

Best Year1910Rank #1870

Peak Count12

Average Rank#8532

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1910 - 202313 years

The story of Evva

Evva has been a beloved American name for over 131 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1893. With 353 total births recorded, Evva remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1870 in 1910, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13971 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Evva in 1893:

Mary Anna Ruth Margaret Elizabeth

Evva by decade

Evva peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	6
1900s	12
1910s ★	91
1920s	85
1930s	41
1940s	28
1950s	5
1960s	5
2000s	23
2010s	51
2020s	6

💎Evva has only 353 total recorded births since 1893 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What names sound and feel like Evva?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Evva also consider these

Evvy

American · אֵוִי, meaning 'life'

Eyva

American · Meaning 'life' or

American · Bringer of joy

Ehva

Hebrew · Life

Elva

English · Old English

Common questions about the name Evva

What does the name Evva mean?

Evva means "Life" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Evva?

Evva is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Evva have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Evva?

Evva originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Evva trending right now?

Evva is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Evva a common or rare name?

Evva is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.