Evelyn
boy name#8910 in 2025Evelyn entered the US charts in 1900, peaked at #778 in 1907, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1900–2025
#8910
rank today
#778
peak (1907)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #945 |
| 1910s | #1213 |
| 1920s | #1221 |
| 1930s | #1149 |
| 1940s | #1769 |
| 1950s | #2120 |
| 1960s | #2819 |
| 1970s | #3823 |
| 1980s | #3471 |
| 1990s | #5371 |
| 2000s | #8055 |
| 2010s | #8026 |
| 2020s | #9462 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Evelyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Evelyn alive today was born around 1938, making them about 87 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Evelyn in 2025?
- Evelyn ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Evelyn most popular?
- Evelyn peaked in 1907, reaching #778 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Evelyn with classmates?
- Evelyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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