Rising since 1987, #1,512 for girls today.
Popularity of Evalina since 1885
Babies named Evalina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 31 |
| 1900s | 35 |
| 1910s | 84 |
| 1920s | 80 |
| 1930s | 90 |
| 1940s | 69 |
| 1950s | 63 |
| 1960s | 51 |
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 44 |
| 1990s | 64 |
| 2000s | 216 |
| 2010s | 806 |
| 2020s | 679 |
Meaning & origin
Evalina is an elaborated form of Eva that has seen a steady rise in usage since the late 1980s. First recorded in 1885, it reached its peak rank in 2023 at 1512th place, with a 1-in-11,399 frequency among newborn girls. The name is particularly favored in states like Oregon, Colorado, and California. Its upward trajectory, combined with a classic yet embellished sound, appeals to parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and distinctive.
Evalina is a elaborated form of Eva, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Chava (חוה), meaning 'life' or 'living'. The suffix -lina is a common diminutive or ornamental addition. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the 19th century, often as a variant of Evelina.
Where Evalina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Evalina” around the world
Where Evalina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eva, Lina, Evy, Eve
Sibling names for Evalina
Names that share Evalina's style, for a brother or sister.
