Evangeline
Evangeline is a girl name of Greek / Latin origin meaning “Bearer of good news”, pronounced ee-VAN-juh-leen. It ranked #147 in the United States in 2025, given to 1,998 babies, and peaked at #147 in 2025. Common nicknames: Eva, Evie, Vangie.
How popular is Evangeline in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Evangeline mean, and where does it come from?
Evangeline combines the Greek "eu" (good) and "angelos" (messenger), meaning "bearer of good news," echoing the word "evangel," or gospel. The name was popularized by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's celebrated 1847 narrative poem Evangeline, which tells the tragic love story of an Acadian woman during the expulsion from Nova Scotia. Its romantic, literary pedigree has driven a strong resurgence for the name in the 21st century.
How is Evangeline used around the world?
Evangeline is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Evangeline?
Famous People Named Evangeline
- Evangeline Lilly — Canadian actress (Lost)
- Evangeline Booth — fourth General of the Salvation Army, daughter of its founder
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Evangeline mean?
Evangeline is a girl name of Greek / Latin origin meaning "Bearer of good news." Evangeline combines the Greek "eu" (good) and "angelos" (messenger), meaning "bearer of good news," echoing the word "evangel," or gospel. The name was popularized by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's celebrated 1847 narrative poem Evangeline, which tells the tragic love story of an Acadian woman during the expulsion from Nova Scotia.
How do you pronounce Evangeline?
Evangeline is pronounced ee-VAN-juh-leen. Common variations include Evangelina, Evangelia, Eva.
Is Evangeline a girl name?
Yes, Evangeline is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Eva, Evie, Vangie, Lina.