Evelyn Bevan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Evelyn Bevan — wished-for child
499K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Evelyn Bevan is a name that combines English origins. The first name Evelyn is a feminine given name of English origin. Evelyn is a matronymic English surname derived from the medieval girl's name Aveline (which is of Norman origin and represents a diminutive form of Ava). Since the 17th century, it has also been used as a given name. The earliest recorded bearer was Evelyn Pierrepont (d. 1726), who was a grandson of the Roundhead politician Sir John Evelyn. The family subsequently used the name for both male and female children, including Pierrepont's third daughter. The English census of 1841 listed 84 Evelyns, half male and half female. By 1851, there were 88 male and 196 female Evelyns. The surname Bevan: Bevan Congdon (1938–2018), New Zealand cricketer Bevan Davies, American musician Bevan Docherty (born 1977), New Zealand triathlete Bevan Dufty (born 1955), American politician Bevan Eatts, Australian politician Bevan French (born 1996), Australian rugby league footballer Bevan George (born 1977), Australian hockey player Bevan Griggs (born 1978), New Zealand cricketer Bevan Hari (born 1975), New Zealand field hockey player Bevan Kapisi (born 1981), Samoan footballer Bevan Meredith (1927–2019), Australian Anglican archbishop of Papua New Guinea Bevan Rodd (born 2000), Scottish rugby union play. Evelyn is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 499K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Evelyn reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Evelyn

Meaning: wished-for child

English

Evelyn is a matronymic English surname derived from the medieval girl's name Aveline (which is of Norman origin and represents a diminutive form of Ava). Since the 17th century, it has also been used as a given name. The earliest recorded bearer was Evelyn Pierrepont (d. 1726), who was a grandson of the Roundhead politician Sir John Evelyn. The family subsequently used the name for both male and female children, including Pierrepont's third daughter. The English census of 1841 listed 84 Evelyns, half male and half female. By 1851, there were 88 male and 196 female Evelyns.

Surname: Bevan

French

Bevan Congdon (1938–2018), New Zealand cricketer Bevan Davies, American musician Bevan Docherty (born 1977), New Zealand triathlete Bevan Dufty (born 1955), American politician Bevan Eatts, Australian politician Bevan French (born 1996), Australian rugby league footballer Bevan George (born 1977), Australian hockey player Bevan Griggs (born 1978), New Zealand cricketer Bevan Hari (born 1975), New Zealand field hockey player Bevan Kapisi (born 1981), Samoan footballer Bevan Meredith (1927–2019), Australian Anglican archbishop of Papua New Guinea Bevan Rodd (born 2000), Scottish rugby union play.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Evelyn is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Evelyn by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Evelyn Bevan

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Evelyn Bevan:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Evelyn?
The first name Evelyn originates from English. Evelyn is a matronymic English surname derived from the medieval girl's name Aveline (which is of Norman origin and represents a diminutive form of Ava). Since the 17th century, it has also been used as a given name. The earliest recorded bearer was Evelyn Pierrepont (d. 1726), who was a grandson of the Roundhead politician Sir John Evelyn. The family subsequently used the name for both male and female children, including Pierrepont's third daughter. The English census of 1841 listed 84 Evelyns, half male and half female. By 1851, there were 88 male and 196 female Evelyns.
When was Evelyn most popular?
The name Evelyn reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bevan?
The surname Bevan originates from French. Bevan Congdon (1938–2018), New Zealand cricketer Bevan Davies, American musician Bevan Docherty (born 1977), New Zealand triathlete Bevan Dufty (born 1955), American politician Bevan Eatts, Australian politician Bevan French (born 1996), Australian rugby league footballer Bevan George (born 1977), Australian hockey player Bevan Griggs (born 1978), New Zealand cricketer Bevan Hari (born 1975), New Zealand field hockey player Bevan Kapisi (born 1981), Samoan footballer Bevan Meredith (1927–2019), Australian Anglican archbishop of Papua New Guinea Bevan Rodd (born 2000), Scottish rugby union play.
What are the origins of the name Evelyn Bevan?
The name Evelyn Bevan combines two different traditions: the first name Evelyn has English roots, while the surname Bevan originates from French.
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