Declining since 2016, #134 for girls today.
Popularity of Eva since 1880
Babies named Eva per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Eva's real moment was 1886.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 9,800 |
| 1890s | 16,460 |
| 1900s | 18,357 |
| 1910s | 34,909 |
| 1920s | 38,048 |
| 1930s | 22,797 |
| 1940s | 17,561 |
| 1950s | 17,114 |
| 1960s | 13,592 |
| 1970s | 8,597 |
| 1980s | 7,819 |
| 1990s | 8,003 |
| 2000s | 21,353 |
| 2010s | 35,216 |
| 2020s | 15,135 |
Meaning & origin
Eva is a feminine given name with deep biblical roots, meaning 'life' or 'living one.' In the United States, the name has experienced fluctuating popularity over time. According to Social Security data, Eva reached its peak usage in 1886, and in recent years it has been on a downward trajectory since 2016. As of 2025, Eva holds the rank of 134th and is bestowed upon approximately one in every 746 baby girls. The name first appeared in official American records in 1880. Today, Eva is most commonly given in states such as Washington, D.C., Maine, and Alaska. Despite its current decline, Eva remains a widely recognized and enduring choice, appreciated for its simplicity and international appeal.
Eva is the Latin form of the biblical name Eve, derived from the Hebrew name Chavvah, meaning 'life' or 'to breathe.' In the Old Testament, Eve was the first woman. The name spread throughout Europe in the Middle Ages and has been consistently used in English-speaking countries, with a revival in the 19th century. It remains popular across various cultures, often seen as a simple, classic choice.
Where Eva is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Eva” around the world
Where Eva lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
#21
in 2024
Ireland
#69
in 2025
New Zealand
#61
in 2025
Quebec
#20
in 2025
Australia (NSW)
#80
in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand) · Retraite Québec (Quebec) · NSW Registry of BDM (Australia (NSW)).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eve, Evie
Sibling names for Eva
Names that share Eva's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Lily, Grace, Sophie, Emma, Clara, Alisa, Aleen, Ayleen, Bryn, Elva, Ina, Keva, May, Monika, Neva, Ova, Aide, Marika, Aeva, Aiva, Etter, Evah, Floris, Ilena, Imo, Iza, Judit, Leoda, Marketa, Remie, Sussie, Zanna, Man, Ravan, Zeva, Zyann, Edit, Beva, Cleva, Euva, Foye, Zi, Zoa
Brothers: Leo, Jack, Liam, Noah, Ethan, Jan, Wade, Zane, Jere, Jozef, Orrin, Rey, Von, Adryan, Benard, Boyce, Clemens, Cleve, Cy, Demian, Edan, Eian, Elon, Eron, Gasper, Isaak, Jakub, Javan, Karel, Om, Worth, Zac, Ab, Adlai, Anthon, Cylas, Elex, Eliga, Elige, Eligh, Hue, Iann, Ival, Ivis, Ivo, Jaeger, Jak, Joachim, Jud, Kern, Koe, Laszlo, Pau, Philipp, Ras, Roen, Symon, Xane, Daimen, Edder, Edis, Evens, Evo, Granvil, Jabe, Jayan, Klein, Levis, Lorik, Marx, Moroni, Nik, Odes, Oryn, Owin, Sims, Sirus, Yony, Cas, Aarvik, Arrin, Avo, Bonner, Gabor, Janos, Jaze, Joa, Kahner, Leeon, Lott, Matej, Nolon, Ondra, Petr, Pinches, Rhyse, Selig, Vivin, Zeric, Zolton
Names like Eva
Names whose popularity has moved with Eva's over the last 50 years.
