Heavenly
Heavenly is a girl name of English origin meaning “Of heaven, divine”, pronounced HEV-en-lee. It ranked #1166 in the United States in 2025, given to 199 babies, and peaked at #819 in 2016. Common nicknames: Evie, Heaven, Nelly.
How popular is Heavenly 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 Heavenly mean, and where does it come from?
Heavenly is the adjective form of Heaven, and one of the newer arrivals in the group of word names that includes Serenity, Destiny and Harmony. It has been in American records since 1963 but only reached the top thousand in 2015, peaking the following year. Names of this shape tend to have short, intense runs in the charts, and Heavenly is already easing back. It shortens neatly to Evie or Heavy depending on the household, and it is almost always given with the full word in mind rather than any etymology.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Heavenly mean?
Heavenly is a girl name of English origin meaning "Of heaven, divine." Heavenly is the adjective form of Heaven, and one of the newer arrivals in the group of word names that includes Serenity, Destiny and Harmony. It has been in American records since 1963 but only reached the top thousand in 2015, peaking the following year.
How do you pronounce Heavenly?
Heavenly is pronounced HEV-en-lee. Common variations include Heaven, Heavenlee, Heavenli.
Is Heavenly a girl name?
Yes, Heavenly is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Evie, Heaven, Nelly.