English girl name
Evelyn Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Evelyn means wished-for child (uncertain). From the Norman French Aveline, probably from a Germanic root of uncertain meaning.
Evelyn began as an English surname that came from the Norman French Aveline, itself a diminutive of a Germanic name that may relate to avi, meaning desired, though scholars are not sure. It was used for boys and girls in Britain, as with the writer Evelyn Waugh, and later became more common for girls in the United States. The name carries a graceful, vintage feel, and nicknames such as Evie, Evvie, and Lyn offer easy shortenings. It can also be linked in sound to Eve, which has Hebrew origins meaning life.
Variants of Evelyn
EvelineEvelinaAvelineEvieEva
Well-known people named Evelyn
Evelyn Waugh.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Evelyn mean?
Evelyn means "wished-for child (uncertain)". From the Norman French Aveline, probably from a Germanic root of uncertain meaning.
How do you pronounce Evelyn?
Evelyn is pronounced EV-eh-lin.
What is the origin of Evelyn?
Evelyn is of English origin. From the Norman French Aveline, probably from a Germanic root of uncertain meaning.