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Evin

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Evin: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2009.

Evin is a Scottish and Irish name, a variant of the ancient Gaelic Eoghan, meaning "born of the yew tree" — a symbol of strength and longevity in Celtic tradition. Notable bearers include Evin Ahmad, a Swedish actress of Kurdish heritage known for her role in the series “Snabba Cash,” and in Irish mythology, Evin appears as a son of the legendary king Niall of the Nine Hostages. The yew tree’s deep-rooted association with sacred sites gives the name subtle place connections to ancient churchyards across Scotland and Ireland. A further note: Evin also exists as a Turkish name meaning “our home,” but for English-speaking parents, it is most often used as a fresh, less common alternative to Ewan or Owen.

Boy 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20093 babies
Latest (2009)
#6263 babies
Total births
3since 2009
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2009 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).