Evelina
Gender: Girl
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Desired; or water, island
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Evelina Meaning and Origin
Evelina is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “desired; or water, island”. One theory suggests that Evelina may have been derived from the Latin word “aevum,” meaning “age” or “time.” Another theory proposes that it may have been influenced by the Germanic name Aveline, which means “hazelnut.” Evelina has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the 18th century, and it gained popularity in the 19th century. It has been used in literature, including the novel “Evelina” by Frances Burney, published in 1778. The name Evelina has several possible nicknames, including Eve, Evie, and Lina. It is a relatively uncommon name, but it has been used consistently over the years.
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