Eva
Meaning: Life, living one — blessed with sacred meaning and depth
Origin: Hebrew/Latin
Gender: Girl
Rank in Ireland: #98
Total births: 4,718
History: The name Eva blossomed in Ireland alongside the country's passion for Gaelic games, where parish rivalry creates drama that would put any soap opera to shame. It has been inscribed on county championship trophies and school sports day certificates with equal pride. The name captures the grassroots joy that makes Irish sport a reflection of community identity.
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| Current rank (2025) | #69 |
| Babies named Eva in 2025 | 77 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 4,718 |
| Peak year | 2009 (201 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #37 |
| Years in records | 1964–2025 (62 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 32 spots |
Frequently asked about Eva
What does the name Eva mean?
Eva means “Life, living one — blessed with sacred meaning and depth” from Hebrew/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Eva?
Eva has Hebrew/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Life, living one — blessed with sacred meaning and depth”.
How popular is Eva in Ireland?
Eva ranked #69 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 77 babies that year.
When was Eva most popular?
Eva peaked in 2009 with 201 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Eva a boy or girl name?
Eva is predominantly a girls' name in Ireland — over 90% of Evas in registered births are female.
Is the name Eva rising or falling in popularity?
Eva has fallen 32 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #37 in 2020 to #69 in 2025.
How long has Eva been recorded in Ireland?
Eva appears in birth records in Ireland across 62 years — from 1964 through 2025.