Rising since 2004, #3,975 for girls today.
Popularity of Evani since 1999
Babies named Evani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 65 |
| 2010s | 142 |
| 2020s | 222 |
Meaning & origin
Evani first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1999, a modern coinage that has been steadily rising in use since 2004. In 2023, it reached its peak rank of 3,975, with about 1 in every 44,646 baby girls receiving the name. While still uncommon, Evani has found particular favor in Texas and California, where parents often seek soft, vowel-ending names with a contemporary feel. The name's growth mirrors a broader trend toward melodic, multi-syllabic names for girls, and its similarity to established names like Evan and Evangeline may contribute to its appeal.
Evani is a modern coinage that likely arose as a variant of Evan, itself a Welsh form of John (meaning 'God is gracious'). The name gained use in the United States from the late 1990s, possibly influenced by similar-sounding names like Evangeline or Ivana. Its popularity has been gradually increasing since the early 2000s.
Where Evani is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eva, Vani, Evie
Sibling names for Evani
Names that share Evani's style, for a brother or sister.
