Evia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Evia is a name of Greek origin that means 'life' or 'living'. It has evolved from Ancient Greek to Modern Greek and is linked to the island of Evia. The name is not commonly found in biblical texts. It gained popularity in modern times and is viewed as unique and culturally significant. Variants include Evie and Eva.
The name Evia is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Evia has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Evia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1651st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2897th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5964th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15297th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8320th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Evia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Evia"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛviə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Evia is derived from the Greek word 'evi', which means 'life' or 'living'. It is also associated with the island of Evia in Greece, which is the second-largest island in the country.
Meaning
life, living
Language Evolution
Evia (Modern Greek), Evia (Ancient Greek)
Historical Usage
Evia gained popularity as a name primarily in modern times, influenced by the cultural significance of the island of Evia in Greek history and mythology.
Variants & Derivatives
Evie, Eva
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Evia is perceived as unique and exotic, often associated with beauty and a connection to Greek heritage.
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 1919
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Evia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Evia"
"Evia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1651st of 9107 | 430 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2897th of 9204 | 176 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5964th of 12526 | 77 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15297th of 35406 | 74 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8320th of 30306 | 156 |
Regional Popularity of "Evia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Evia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
63.86% 1511th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Evia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Evia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.