Girl · 86th of 30,306
Eva
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
283,587
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1918
Peak Popularity Year
4,575
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Eva stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Eva originates from the Hebrew Chava, meaning 'life' or 'living one', and has evolved through various languages and cultures. It is notably linked to the biblical figure Eve. The name reflects traits of vitality and femininity, and it has maintained a strong presence in modern naming trends.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈiːvə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Eva is derived from the Hebrew name Chava, which means 'life' or 'living one'. In the biblical context, Eva is often associated with Eve, the first woman created according to the Bible.
Meaning
life, living one
Language Evolution
Chava (Hebrew), Eve (English), Ewa (Polish), Hawa (Arabic)
Biblical Background
Eva is the Latin and later English form of the name Eve, who is a significant figure in the Bible, noted as the first woman.
Historical Usage
The name Eva gained popularity in Europe during the Middle Ages and has remained in use throughout history, particularly in Christian communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Eve, Ava, Ewa, Ivy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eva is viewed as a classic yet modern name, often associated with elegance and simplicity. It remains popular in various cultures.
Famous People
Eva Perón, Eva Green, Eva Mendes, Eva Longoria
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,575 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in New Mexico
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 5 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1589th of 7545 | 354 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1933rd of 6773 | 263 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3454th of 7552 | 104 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5127th of 10718 | 63 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6333rd of 16616 | 95 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 17464th of 24088 | 19 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13641st of 23106 | 36 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 55th of 9107 | 82,994 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 121st of 9204 | 39,712 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 197th of 12526 | 31,595 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 278th of 19264 | 15,421 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 334th of 27321 | 12,397 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 161st of 35406 | 34,057 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 86th of 30306 | 38,055 |