Declining since 2005.
Popularity of Eavan since 1996
Babies named Eavan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 92 |
| 2010s | 61 |
| 2020s | 7 |
Meaning & origin
Eavan is an Irish name that first appeared in United States Social Security records in 1996. It reached its peak popularity in 2004, but has been declining in use since 2005. The name remains uncommon, ranking outside the top 1000 and with very few annual births. Eavan is a direct anglicization of the Irish name Aoibheann, which has ancient roots in Irish mythology and early Christian tradition. Given its rarity, parents choosing Eavan often have a strong connection to Irish heritage or appreciate its melodic, lyrical sound. The name has not been recorded in any top states, indicating its distribution is nationwide but extremely sparse.
Eavan is an anglicized form of the Irish name Aoibheann, which derives from the Old Irish word aoibh, meaning 'beauty, radiance'. The name has been used in Ireland since the early Middle Ages, historically borne by several early Irish saints and noble women. It remains primarily used in Irish and Irish-American communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eva
Sibling names for Eavan
Names that share Eavan's style, for a brother or sister.
