Evelyn: name meaning and origin

Evelyn

from Aveline; wished-for child

English · Girl · 3 syllables

Evelyn is a English name meaning "from Aveline; wished-for child". It has 3 syllables, stressed on Ev, and is traditionally a girl's name.

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Questions about Evelyn

What does the name Evelyn mean?

Evelyn is a English name meaning "from Aveline; wished-for child".

How many syllables are in Evelyn?

Evelyn has 3 syllables (Ev-e-lyn), with the stress usually on "Ev".

Is Evelyn a boy's or girl's name?

Evelyn is traditionally a girl's name.