Girl
Evangeline
bearer of good news
About Evangeline
Grace and grandeur unite in this timeless selection that has adorned notable figures throughout history and literature. The four-syllable structure creates a stately presence that commands attention without feeling pretentious, while the soft 'v' and flowing vowels maintain approachability.
This name offers remarkable versatility through its nickname potential—Evie, Eva, Angel, or Lina all emerge naturally, allowing personality expression throughout different life stages. Parents who appreciate classic literature, religious significance, or simply elegant sound patterns find themselves consistently drawn to this option.
The name photographs beautifully, sounds lovely in graduation ceremonies, and carries professional weight in career settings. It pairs exceptionally well with simple middle names that allow it to shine, though it also complements more elaborate combinations for those seeking dramatic flair.
The recent modest increase in popularity speaks to its enduring appeal without reaching oversaturation, ensuring your daughter won't be one of five in her class.
Popularity of the Name Evangeline
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | #772 | ||||
| 1882 | #644 | ||||
| 1883 | #778 | ||||
| 1884 | #621 | ||||
| 1885 | #761 | ||||
| 1886 | #746 | ||||
| 1887 | #645 | ||||
| 1888 | #697 | ||||
| 1889 | #469 | ||||
| 1890 | #675 | ||||
| 1891 | #763 | ||||
| 1892 | #601 | ||||
| 1893 | #582 | ||||
| 1894 | #537 | ||||
| 1895 | #630 | ||||
| 1896 | #558 | ||||
| 1897 | #399 | ||||
| 1898 | #451 | ||||
| 1899 | #445 | ||||
| 1900 | #402 | ||||
| 1901 | #398 | ||||
| 1902 | #404 | ||||
| 1903 | #497 | ||||
| 1904 | #475 | ||||
| 1905 | #507 | ||||
| 1906 | #500 | ||||
| 1907 | #457 | ||||
| 1908 | #482 | ||||
| 1909 | #436 | ||||
| 1910 | #458 | ||||
| 1911 | #493 | ||||
| 1912 | #458 | ||||
| 1913 | #418 | ||||
| 1914 | #471 | ||||
| 1915 | #447 | ||||
| 1916 | #482 | ||||
| 1917 | #445 | ||||
| 1918 | #447 | ||||
| 1919 | #434 | ||||
| 1920 | #407 | ||||
| 1921 | #420 | ||||
| 1922 | #406 | ||||
| 1923 | #437 | ||||
| 1924 | #435 | ||||
| 1925 | #499 | ||||
| 1926 | #465 | ||||
| 1927 | #416 | ||||
| 1928 | #455 | ||||
| 1929 | #427 | ||||
| 1930 | #402 | ||||
| 1931 | #427 | ||||
| 1932 | #448 | ||||
| 1933 | #455 | ||||
| 1934 | #474 | ||||
| 1935 | #453 | ||||
| 1936 | #516 | ||||
| 1937 | #483 | ||||
| 1938 | #527 | ||||
| 1939 | #560 | ||||
| 1940 | #523 | ||||
| 1941 | #574 | ||||
| 1942 | #607 | ||||
| 1943 | #654 | ||||
| 1944 | #640 | ||||
| 1945 | #714 | ||||
| 1946 | #636 | ||||
| 1947 | #733 | ||||
| 1948 | #761 | ||||
| 1949 | #711 | ||||
| 1950 | #733 | ||||
| 1951 | #750 | ||||
| 1952 | #696 | ||||
| 1953 | #837 | ||||
| 1954 | #759 | ||||
| 1955 | #798 | ||||
| 1956 | #831 | ||||
| 1957 | #841 | ||||
| 1958 | #858 | ||||
| 1959 | #937 | ||||
| 1960 | #972 | ||||
| 1961 | #904 | ||||
| 1962 | #914 | ||||
| 1963 | #875 | ||||
| 1964 | #915 | ||||
| 1965 | #967 | ||||
| 1966 | #947 | ||||
| 2006 | #598 | #363 | #403 | ||
| 2007 | #459 | #326 | #373 | #927 | #278 |
| 2008 | #451 | #372 | #346 | #375 | |
| 2009 | #430 | #330 | #330 | #669 | #290 |
| 2010 | #333 | #337 | #417 | #204 | |
| 2011 | #285 | #304 | #349 | #829 | #239 |
| 2012 | #288 | #312 | #286 | #801 | #292 |
| 2013 | #300 | #326 | #290 | #280 | |
| 2014 | #276 | #322 | #175 | #247 | |
| 2015 | #260 | #293 | #269 | #943 | #224 |
| 2016 | #241 | #341 | #270 | #917 | #215 |
| 2017 | #267 | #376 | #412 | #312 | |
| 2018 | #276 | #380 | #309 | #924 | #247 |
| 2019 | #270 | #353 | #417 | #271 | |
| 2020 | #258 | #392 | #720 | #323 | |
| 2021 | #236 | #419 | #350 | ||
| 2022 | #266 | #467 | #447 | ||
| 2023 | #212 | #450 | #311 | #339 | |
| 2024 | #173 | #381 | #390 | #654 | #314 |
| 2025 | #147 | #353 | #548 | #304 | |
| 1997 | #430 | ||||
| 1998 | #388 | ||||
| 1999 | #423 | ||||
| 2000 | #530 | ||||
| 2001 | #529 | ||||
| 2002 | #574 | ||||
| 2003 | #711 | ||||
| 2005 | #661 | #703 | |||
| 1994 | #364 | ||||
| 1995 | #396 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Evangeline
- Evangelina
- Evangela
- Evangelia
- Evangeleen
- Evangelyn
- Evanjeline
Names Similar to Evangeline
Nicknames for Evangeline
- Eva
- Angie
- Evan
- Geline
- Vangie
Famous People Named Evangeline
| Evangeline Anderson | Prolific romance novelist |
| Evangeline Booth | The 4th General of The Salvation Army |
| Evangeline Pascual | Filipina beauty queen and actress |
| Evangeline Cory Booth | The 15th General of The Salvation Army |
| Evangeline R. Whipple | American women's rights advocate and suffragist |
| Evangeline Ghastly | American doll designer and artist |
| Evangeline Lilly | Canadian poet |
| Evangeline Gouletas | American real estate developer and philanthropist |
| Evangeline Atwood | American writer and philanthropist |
| Evangeline Bruce | American hostess and public servant |
| Evangeline Elsa Pascual | Miss International 1974 |
| Evangeline Walton | American author of historical fiction and fantasy |
| Evangeline Whipple | American physician and missionary |
| Evangeline Adams | American actress and writer |
| Evangeline Bonnar | British journalist and news anchor |
Characters Named Evangeline
| Evangeline "Eva" Descartes | Character in the book "Eva" by Peter Dickinson |
| Evangeline A.K. McDowell | From the anime/manga series "Negima! Magister Negi Magi" |
| Evangeline Starr | Character in the "Evangeline Starr" series by Sherry Boas |
| Evangeline Samos | From the "Red Queen" series by Victoria Aveyard |
| Evangeline Proudfoot | Character in the movie "The Skeleton Key" |
| Evangeline D'Antonio | Character in the movie "The Love Letter" |
| Evangeline Harker | From the graphic novel "Nosferatu" by Chris Claremont |
| Evangeline St. Clare | Character in the book "Uncle Tom's Cabin" by Harriet Beecher Stowe |
| Evangeline "Van" Helsing | From the TV series "Van Helsing" |
| Evangeline Whedon | Character in the TV series "Angel" |
| Evangeline Harcourt | From the musical "Anything Goes" |
| Evangeline "Evie" Frye | From the video game "Assassin's Creed Syndicate" |
| Evangeline Stokes | From the book "The Butterfly's Daughter" by Mary Alice Monroe |