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Evelyn

/ EV-uh-lin /

feminine

Meaning

Wished for child

Origin

English / French

Derived from the Norman French name 'Aveline'. While it was used as a masculine name in the past, it transitioned to being almost exclusively feminine in the early 20th century. It is also linked to the Hebrew 'Eve' (living).

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Evelyn.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ENTP
9.83%
ESTJ
9.79%
ESTP
9.61%
ISFJ
9.12%
ENFP
8.11%
ISFP
8.11%
INTJ
7.09%
INTP
6.08%
ESFP
6%
ESFJ
5.97%
INFP
5.68%
ENFJ
4.39%
ISTJ
3.82%
ISTP
3.7%
INFJ
1.58%
ENTJ
1.12%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Evelyn is a sophisticated name that manages to sound both antique and modern. It has a rhythmic, soft quality that has propelled it into the US Top 10. It is often seen as a more unique alternative to names like Emma or Ava.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

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Evelyn Waugh

Famous male English writer (1903–1966)

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Evelyn 'Champagne' King

American R&B singer (b. 1960)

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Evelyn Glennie

Scottish virtuoso percussionist (b. 1965)