Sophia Girl
soh-FEE-uh
“wisdom” · Greek
#5
Evelina
GirlEnglish, Latin
- Meaning
- uncertain (origin disputed)
- Origin
- English, Latin
- Pronunciation
- eh-vuh-LEE-nuh
- Syllables
- 4
- US rank 2025
- #778
- US babies 2025
- 349
- Best rank
- #528 (1887)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Evelina
Evelina is usually linked to English and Latin roots, but its original meaning is uncertain.
The origin of Evelina is uncertain. It is often linked to the Norman name Aveline, whose meaning is unclear, or seen as a Latinized form of Evelyn. Fanny Burney's novel Evelina, published in 1778, made the name popular in English literature. Evelina sounds elegant and romantic, with four flowing syllables. It offers nicknames such as Eva, Evie and Lina, giving it flexibility for different ages and settings. The name feels at once literary and fresh.
Popularity over time
Evelina has been given to babies in the United States since at least 1880, the first year of Social Security records. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 23 different years. Its best national rank was #528 in 1887, and the most babies received it in 2025, when 349 were named Evelina. In 2025, 349 babies were named Evelina, and it ranked #778 nationally. That is 99% more than ten years earlier, so it is clearly on the rise.
Its national rank moved from #1,415 in 1920, #1,658 in 1950, #4,039 in 1980, #4,104 in 2000, #2,081 in 2010, and #778 in 2025. Of the 6,365 US girls named Evelina since records began, 25% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 1,370 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Cielo, Alianna, Laylani, Keziah, and Emiliana.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Evelina ranked highest in New Mexico, Idaho, and Colorado.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | #331 | 5 |
| Idaho | #371 | 6 |
| Colorado | #436 | 13 |
| Washington | #464 | 15 |
| Connecticut | #491 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Evelina is usually pronounced eh-vuh-LEE-nuh, with four syllables. It has seven letters, starts with E and ends in “-na”.
Middle names for Evelina
A few middle names that flow with Evelina: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Evelina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Evelina mean?
Evelina is usually linked to English and Latin roots, but its original meaning is uncertain.
What is the origin of the name Evelina?
Evelina has English and Latin roots. The origin of Evelina is uncertain.
Is Evelina a popular name?
Yes. Evelina ranked #778 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Evelina a boy or girl name?
Evelina is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Evelina?
Evelina is usually pronounced eh-vuh-LEE-nuh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings