Evelyn
Boy NameEnglish
Meaning
Wished-for child
Origin
English
Peak Year
1919
Peak Popularity
1.13%
Popularity Over Time
1880
0.13%
1890
0.16%
1900
0.35%
1910
0.90%
1920
1.11%
1930
0.82%
1940
0.42%
1950
0.24%
1960
0.15%
1970
0.08%
1980
0.05%
1990
0.06%
2000
0.11%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Evelyn mean?
Evelyn means "Wished-for child" and comes from English origin.
When was Evelyn most popular?
Evelyn was most popular in 1919 when 1.13% of babies were given this name.
Is Evelyn a boy or girl name?
Evelyn is primarily used as a boy name.