Eva

At a Glance: Name: Eva – Meaning: life – Origin: Latin (Latinate form of Hebrew Ḥavah, via Eve) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: EE-vah

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Eva is the Latinate form of the Hebrew Ḥavah, arriving in English by way of Eve, and it carries the meaning "life." It's pronounced EE-vah (IPA /ˈiːvə/), and it's a vintage name with roots stretching back well over a century. For a parent who wants a short name with a clear, established origin and an easy pronunciation, Eva is worth a look.

Meaning & Origin of Eva

Meaning: Life.

Origin: Latin (Latinate form of Hebrew Ḥavah, via Eve).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Eva

Phonetic: EE-vah   IPA: /ˈiːvə/

Popularity of Eva

Eva hit its highest popularity in 1889, ranking #31 with 1,372 babies given the name that year. It's since settled lower on the list, at #120 in 2024 — yet with 2,296 babies named Eva that year, more girls actually got the name in 2024 than during its 1889 peak.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Eva mean?

Life. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Eva)

How do you pronounce Eva?

Eva is pronounced EE-vah (IPA: /ˈiːvə/).

Is Eva a popular name right now?

Eva peaked at #31 in 1889 and is ranked #120 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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