Eva
Eva is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Life or living one.
Origin and history
Eva is a classic name of Hebrew origin meaning 'life' or 'living one'. It is the Latinate form of Eve and has maintained enduring popularity in the United States across many generations. It offers a timeless, elegant option with widespread international recognition.
Popularity in the United States
284,761 babies in the United States have been named Eva since 1880. It ranks #136 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #109.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.4 %)
- CA (9 %)
- NY (6 %)
- PA (4.6 %)
- NC (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 9,800 |
| 1890-1900 | 16,460 |
| 1900-1910 | 18,357 |
| 1910-1920 | 34,909 |
| 1920-1930 | 38,048 |
| 1930-1940 | 22,797 |
| 1940-1950 | 17,561 |
| 1950-1960 | 17,114 |
| 1960-1970 | 13,592 |
| 1970-1980 | 8,597 |
| 1980-1990 | 7,819 |
| 1990-2000 | 8,003 |
| 2000-2010 | 21,353 |
| 2010-2019 | 35,216 |
| 2020-2029 | 15,135 |
Famous people named Eva
- Eva Longoria: Actress, Director
- Eva Mendes: Actress, Businesswoman
- Eva Perón: First Lady, Politician
Fun facts
- Eva evolved as the Latinized form of the Hebrew name Chavvah, which was rendered as Eve in English.
- The name has consistently ranked among the top names in the United States since official record-keeping began in 1880.