MallowbyNames

Eveleigh

EV-uh-lee · Of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Evelyn or a transferred use of the English surname Eveleigh.

2025 rank (girls)
#10,917
Babies named in 2025
8
Peak popularity
2016
2025 frequency
1 in 200,908 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2017

Declining since 2017, #10,917 for girls today.

Popularity of Eveleigh since 2012

Babies named Eveleigh per year in U.S. Social Security records.

612182020Most births 2016Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2010s77
2020s43

Meaning & origin

Eveleigh is a modern English name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2012, gaining modest attention. Its peak year was 2016, after which usage declined, following a downward trajectory since 2017. As an uncommon name, it has not appeared in any state's top rankings, but its resemblance to the classic Evelyn contributes to its appeal. The name's rarity makes it a distinctive choice, though its meaning remains uncertain.

Eveleigh is predominantly used as a given name in recent decades, likely derived from the surname Eveleigh, which itself may be a variant of Evelyn. The surname Eveleigh has English origins, possibly from a place name meaning 'Eve's wood' or 'Eve's clearing'. As a first name, Eveleigh emerged in the 21st century, fitting a trend of turning surnames into feminine given names.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Eve, Evie, Leigh

Variants: Eveleigh, Evelyn, Evelynne

Sibling names for Eveleigh

Names that share Eveleigh's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Eveleigh mean?
The meaning of Eveleigh is uncertain; it may be a modern variant of Evelyn, which traditionally means 'desired' or 'life'.
How popular is the name Eveleigh?
Eveleigh is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 10,917th in the United States, with an estimated 1 in 200,908 girls born, according to Social Security data.
Is Eveleigh a boy's or girl's name?
Eveleigh is almost exclusively used as a girl's name, based on U.S. data.