Evelyn Imhoff

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Evelyn Imhoff — wished-for child
499K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Evelyn Imhoff 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 Imhoff: Imhoff family, one of the oldest patrician families in the German city of Nuremberg Anne Imhof (born 1978) German contemporary artist Berthold Imhoff (1868–1939), German-Canadian painter Daniel Imhof (born 1977), Canadian soccer player Darrall Imhoff (1938–2017), American basketball player Dominic Imhof (born 1982), Canadian soccer player, brother of Daniel Eduard Imhof (1895–1986), Swiss cartographer Facundo Imhoff (born 1989), Argentine volleyball player Floris van Imhoff (born 1964), Dutch curler Frank Imhoff (born 1968), German farmer and politician Fritz Imhoff (1891–1961), Austrian actor. 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: Imhoff

English

Imhoff family, one of the oldest patrician families in the German city of Nuremberg Anne Imhof (born 1978) German contemporary artist Berthold Imhoff (1868–1939), German-Canadian painter Daniel Imhof (born 1977), Canadian soccer player Darrall Imhoff (1938–2017), American basketball player Dominic Imhof (born 1982), Canadian soccer player, brother of Daniel Eduard Imhof (1895–1986), Swiss cartographer Facundo Imhoff (born 1989), Argentine volleyball player Floris van Imhoff (born 1964), Dutch curler Frank Imhoff (born 1968), German farmer and politician Fritz Imhoff (1891–1961), Austrian actor.

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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 Imhoff

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 Imhoff:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

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

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 Imhoff?
The surname Imhoff originates from English. Imhoff family, one of the oldest patrician families in the German city of Nuremberg Anne Imhof (born 1978) German contemporary artist Berthold Imhoff (1868–1939), German-Canadian painter Daniel Imhof (born 1977), Canadian soccer player Darrall Imhoff (1938–2017), American basketball player Dominic Imhof (born 1982), Canadian soccer player, brother of Daniel Eduard Imhof (1895–1986), Swiss cartographer Facundo Imhoff (born 1989), Argentine volleyball player Floris van Imhoff (born 1964), Dutch curler Frank Imhoff (born 1968), German farmer and politician Fritz Imhoff (1891–1961), Austrian actor.
How common is the surname Imhoff?
The surname Imhoff is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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