Eva
Girl name · 4,382 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Eva: 4,382 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 294 births in 2008.
Eva is a name with deep biblical roots, originating as the Latin form of Eve, which itself comes from the Hebrew *Chavva*, meaning "life" or "living one." Perhaps its most famous bearer is Eva Perón, the beloved Argentine First Lady and cultural icon, while actress Eva Green has brought the name a modern, dramatic flair. The name also shares its root with the Scottish place name Evie in Orkney, and the variant Aiva offers a fresh twist. Famous painter Eva Hesse further cements the name's artistic legacy, and in Scotland, Eva has remained a consistently popular classic, never feeling dated.
Girl 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 2008294 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7158 babies
- Total births
- 4,382since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 42%vs prior 5y