Evelyn Graff

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Evelyn Graff — wished-for child
499K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Evelyn Graff 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 Graff: Graff (jewellers), jewelry boutique specializing in rare diamonds 2009 Graff Diamonds robbery, which took place at the above store Graff, Minnesota an unincorporated community in Moose Lake Township, Cass County, Minnesota, United States Graff, Missouri, an unincorporated community in eastern Wright County, Missouri, United States People with the surname Anton Graff (1736–1813), German painter Ester Graff (1897–1991), Danish businesswoman and feminist Frederick Graff (1775–1847), American hydraulic engineer Garrett Graff (born 1981), American journalist and author Gerald Graff (born 1937), Ame. 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: Graff

English

Graff (jewellers), jewelry boutique specializing in rare diamonds 2009 Graff Diamonds robbery, which took place at the above store Graff, Minnesota an unincorporated community in Moose Lake Township, Cass County, Minnesota, United States Graff, Missouri, an unincorporated community in eastern Wright County, Missouri, United States People with the surname Anton Graff (1736–1813), German painter Ester Graff (1897–1991), Danish businesswoman and feminist Frederick Graff (1775–1847), American hydraulic engineer Garrett Graff (born 1981), American journalist and author Gerald Graff (born 1937), Ame.

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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 Graff

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 Graff:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Graff?
The surname Graff originates from English. Graff (jewellers), jewelry boutique specializing in rare diamonds 2009 Graff Diamonds robbery, which took place at the above store Graff, Minnesota an unincorporated community in Moose Lake Township, Cass County, Minnesota, United States Graff, Missouri, an unincorporated community in eastern Wright County, Missouri, United States People with the surname Anton Graff (1736–1813), German painter Ester Graff (1897–1991), Danish businesswoman and feminist Frederick Graff (1775–1847), American hydraulic engineer Garrett Graff (born 1981), American journalist and author Gerald Graff (born 1937), Ame.
How common is the surname Graff?
The surname Graff is shared by approximately 13K people worldwide.
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