Declining since 2016.
Popularity of Eeva since 2005
Babies named Eeva per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 28 |
| 2010s | 121 |
| 2020s | 28 |
Meaning & origin
Eeva is a Finnish and Estonian form of the biblical name Eve, carrying the meaning 'life' or 'living one'. In the United States, it has appeared in Social Security records only since 2005, reflecting relatively recent adoption. Its peak year of usage was 2017, but it has been on a decline since 2016, indicating it has not achieved widespread popularity. The name is used primarily for girls and remains rare, with no top states showing significant concentration.
Eeva is a Finnish and Estonian form of Eve, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Chava (חַוָּה), meaning 'life' or 'living one'. It has been used in Finland and Estonia for centuries and is a common name in those countries. The name gained wider recognition in the Anglophone world through immigration and cultural exchange.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eevis, Eevi
Sibling names for Eeva
Names that share Eeva's style, for a brother or sister.
