Evelin is a feminine given name of German origin. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'awl' meaning elf or noble and 'win' meaning friend. Therefore, Evelin means "elf friend" or "noble friend".
The name Evelin has been used in Germany since at least the Middle Ages, but it was not particularly common until the 20th century when it began to gain popularity. Today, it is considered a traditional German name and is still widely used in Germany and other German-speaking countries.
In literature, Evelin is the protagonist of "Evelina," an 18th-century novel written by Irish author Frances Burney. The novel follows the life of Evelina Anville, a young woman who travels to London to find her father and experiences various adventures along the way.
While Evelin may not be as well-known outside of Germany, it is a beautiful and meaningful name with a rich history. It is also unique and distinctive, making it an attractive choice for parents looking for a less common name for their daughter.
The name Evelin has seen significant fluctuations in popularity over the past century. It started with a modest beginning, with only seven births recorded each in 1913 and 1916. However, it gained traction in the late 1950s to early 1970s, with peaks of 14 births in both 1961 and 1962, and a high of 21 births in 1976.
The name's popularity surged dramatically from the late 1980s onwards. In just two years between 1988 and 1989, the number of Evelin births more than doubled, jumping from 62 to 76. This trend continued into the 1990s, with the highest recorded number of births in a single year being 343 in 2003.
However, since around 2010, there has been a noticeable decrease in the popularity of the name Evelin. The most recent data shows only 89 births in 2023, a significant drop from the peak recorded two decades ago. Overall, over the past century, there have been a total of 7241 births named Evelin.