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Name meaning & originEva חַוָּה

/EE-vah or AY-vah/

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Eva is a Hebrew girl's name pronounced /EE-vah or AY-vah/. Eva is a beautiful name meaning 'life' or 'living one'.

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Meaning of Eva

Eva is a beautiful name meaning 'life' or 'living one'.

The name is a Latinate form of the Hebrew name Chavvah, derived from the word 'chayah', which means to live. It was popularized in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, though it has ancient roots as a variant of Eve. In many European languages, it remains the standard form of the biblical name for the first woman.

Origin
Hebrew
Pronunciation
/EE-vah or AY-vah/

Cultural background

Eva is a perennially popular name across Europe, particularly in Italy, Spain, Germany, and Scandinavia, as well as throughout the Americas.

Variations & nicknames

  • Eve
  • Evie
  • Ava
  • Evelina
  • Evita
  • Eva-Marie

Famous people named Eva

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Eva Perón

    First Lady of Argentina and influential political leader

    Politics · 20th Century

  • Eva Longoria

    Award-winning American actress and producer

    Film · Modern

  • Eva Green

    French actress known for roles in 'Casino Royale' and 'Penny Dreadful'

    Film · Modern

  • Eva Braun

    Companion and briefly the wife of Adolf Hitler

    History · Mid-20th Century

  • Eva Cassidy

    Influential American vocalist known for her interpretations of jazz and blues

    Music · Late 20th Century

Frequently asked about Eva

Is Eva a biblical name?
Yes, Eva is the Latin form of Eve, the name of the first woman mentioned in the Book of Genesis in the Bible.
How is Eva usually pronounced?
In English, it is most commonly pronounced 'EE-vah', but in many European languages and some American dialects, it is pronounced 'AY-vah'.
Is Eva a common name today?
Eva remains a highly popular name globally, frequently appearing in top baby name lists in countries like the Netherlands, Spain, and the United States.

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