Evelyn
Meaning: Wished-for child; life
Origin: English surname origin, possibly from the French Aveline (hazelnut) or from the Hebrew Eve (life)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #146
Total births: 3,462
History: Evelyn surged in the 2010s as the vintage wave swept Australian naming. The name was last popular in the 1920s, making it feel both fresh and heritage-rich. Evelyn represents the cyclical nature of Australian naming — what's old becomes new again.
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| Current rank (2025) | #13 |
| Babies named Evelyn in 2025 | 245 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 3,462 |
| Peak year | 2016 (309 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #8 |
| Years in records | 2011–2025 (15 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 7 spots |
Frequently asked about Evelyn
What does the name Evelyn mean?
Evelyn means “Wished-for child; life” from English surname origin, possibly from the French Aveline (hazelnut) or from the Hebrew Eve (life) roots.
What is the origin of the name Evelyn?
Evelyn has English surname origin, possibly from the French Aveline (hazelnut) or from the Hebrew Eve (life) origin. The traditional meaning is “Wished-for child; life”.
How popular is Evelyn in Australia?
Evelyn ranked #13 in Australia in 2025 — given to 245 babies that year.
When was Evelyn most popular?
Evelyn peaked in 2016 with 309 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Evelyn a boy or girl name?
Evelyn is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Evelyns in registered births are female.
How long has Evelyn been recorded in Australia?
Evelyn appears in birth records in Australia across 15 years — from 2011 through 2025.