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First name Evelyn - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
English
Nameday
14. March
Meaning
Evelyn is most often used as a female given name in English-speaking cultures and carries meanings associated with "desired" and "beautiful." The name developed from a combination of Eve and Lynn and has also long existed as an English surname. Its roots may trace back to the French Aveline or the German Avelina, both feminine forms of Avelinus. Aveline in turn derives from the Latin name Avila, meaning "desired." Common short forms and nicknames include Eve, Ev, Evvy, and Lynn. While Evelyn is predominantly female in the United States, it has traditionally been used for both genders in Britain.
Famous people with the first name Evelyn
- Evelyn Evelyn (English classical scholar)
- Evelyn McHale (American woman who died by suicide)
- Evelyn McGee Colbert (Person)
- Evelyn Nesbit (American model and actress)
- Evelyn Waugh (Writer)
- Evelyn Lozada (Person)
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