Evelin
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Evelin: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2020.
Evelin is a variant spelling of Evelyn, which ultimately traces back to the Norman French name Aveline — itself a diminutive of the Germanic Avila, believed to mean “desired” or “life.” Some connections also link it to the Hebrew name Eve, meaning “living one.” Notable bearers include Evelin Samuel, the Estonian singer and former Olympic figure skater, and Evelin Ilves, a former First Lady of Estonia known for her charitable work. While no places directly carry the name, the root “av-” appears in Old Germanic elements meaning “water” or “island,” though this is debated. A further note: in Scotland, Evelyn has been consistently popular since the 1990s, and the simpler spelling Evelin offers a slightly more streamlined alternative for parents seeking a modern twist on a classic.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20203 babies
- Latest (2020)
- #7653 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2020
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y