Evelyn
Evelyn is a girl name that ranked #8 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1880. Its best recorded rank was #8 in 2024.
Latest rank
#8
Peak rank
#8
Reached in 2024
Total recorded usage
595,215
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1880
What To Know About Evelyn
Evelyn combines vintage polish with modern familiarity, which is a large part of its current staying power. It feels dressy enough for formal use, but still soft and easy in everyday life.
Evelyn is currently a top 10 girl name in the US, which puts it firmly in the mainstream for parents naming babies in 2024.
SSA data shows Evelyn appearing in official records as far back as 1880, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Evelyn is currently at its best recorded US rank, which suggests it is at or near peak visibility right now.
Popularity Trend
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Editorial Extras
Common nicknames: Evie, Eve, Lyn
Sibling style ideas: Emma, Eleanor, Henry, Julian
Well-known namesakes: Evelyn Waugh, writer; Evelyn Glennie, percussionist
Page Notes
Pronunciation: EV-uh-lin
Origin: English
Editorial status: published
Confidence: high
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/name/evelynUsed to review origin and pronunciation guidance.