Eveline
Eveline is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Desired or wished for; derived from Aveline.
Origin and history
Eveline is a classic feminine name derived from the Old French Aveline, which has roots in Germanic language traditions. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a diminutive or variation of Eve and Evelyn. Though less common today than Evelyn, it remains a recognized vintage choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
3,341 babies in the United States have been named Eveline since 1880. It ranks #3071 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1919.
States where it is most popular
- CA (33.6 %)
- MA (17.1 %)
- NY (11.9 %)
- TX (11.1 %)
- KY (3.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 59 |
| 1890-1900 | 111 |
| 1900-1910 | 146 |
| 1910-1920 | 442 |
| 1920-1930 | 598 |
| 1930-1940 | 368 |
| 1940-1950 | 215 |
| 1950-1960 | 194 |
| 1960-1970 | 133 |
| 1970-1980 | 77 |
| 1980-1990 | 96 |
| 1990-2000 | 132 |
| 2000-2010 | 252 |
| 2010-2019 | 336 |
| 2020-2029 | 182 |
Nicknames
Evie, Eva, Lyn
Fun facts
- 'Eveline' is the title of a famous 1904 short story by James Joyce in his collection Dubliners.
- It originally traces back to the Norman name Aveline, brought to England after the Conquest.