Eva

Meaning of Eva

It means 'life' or 'living one'. The name is associated with the idea of giving or having life.

Eva has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Eva

Eva has cooled off, slipping to #134 in 2025, down from a peak of #73 in 2017.

Notable people named Eva

• Eva Perón
  Argentine political leader, First Lady
• Eva Mendes
  American actress, model, businesswoman
• Eva Longoria
  American actress, director, producer
• Eva Green
  French actress (Casino Royale)
• Eva Marie Saint
  Oscar-winning American actress

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Questions about the name Eva

What does the name Eva mean?

Eva means it means 'life' or 'living one'. the name is associated with the idea of giving or having life, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Eva a boy's or a girl's name?

Eva is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Eva?

In 2025, Eva ranked #134 for girls, down from #120 the year before.

When was Eva most popular?

Eva peaked at #73 in 2017.