Eva
Life — a girl name of Latin / Hebrew origin
Popularity of Eva in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Eva
Eva is the Latin and Hebrew-rooted form of Eve, from the Hebrew "Chavah," meaning "life" or "living one," referring to the first woman in the Book of Genesis. Widely used across Europe and Latin America for centuries, Eva gained renewed international fame through figures like Eva Perón, the influential First Lady of Argentina. Its simple elegance keeps Eva a consistently popular choice worldwide.
Eva Around the World
Eva is used in 10 languages worldwide.
Male FormEvaristo
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Eva
Famous People Named Eva
- Eva Perón — Argentine political leader and First Lady
- Eva Longoria — American actress
- Eva Green — French actress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Eva mean?
Eva is a girl name of Latin / Hebrew origin meaning "Life." Eva is the Latin and Hebrew-rooted form of Eve, from the Hebrew "Chavah," meaning "life" or "living one," referring to the first woman in the Book of Genesis. Widely used across Europe and Latin America for centuries, Eva gained renewed international fame through figures like Eva Perón, the influential First Lady of Argentina.
How do you pronounce Eva?
Eva is pronounced EE-vah. Common variations include Eve, Ava, Evita.
Is Eva a girl name?
Yes, Eva is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Evie, Evi.
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