Eva
girl name#134 in 2025Eva entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #31 in 1889, ranks #134 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#134
rank today
#31
peak (1889)
2,154
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #35 |
| 1890s | #34 |
| 1900s | #39 |
| 1910s | #52 |
| 1920s | #71 |
| 1930s | #108 |
| 1940s | #151 |
| 1950s | #189 |
| 1960s | #233 |
| 1970s | #289 |
| 1980s | #312 |
| 1990s | #342 |
| 2000s | #180 |
| 2010s | #82 |
| 2020s | #110 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Eva has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 139,000 people named Eva are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Eva alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Eva in 2025?
- Eva ranks #134 among US girl names in 2025, with 2,154 babies given the name.
- When was the name Eva most popular?
- Eva peaked in 1889, reaching #31 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Eva with classmates?
- Eva will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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