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How to pronounce Evelyn (EV-a-lin)

Evelyn

EV-a-lin

EValin

Three syllables, stress on the first. Most Australians say 'EV' not 'EEV'.

Notes

Three syllables, stress on the first. Most Australians say 'EV' not 'EEV'.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Old French/Germanic
Meaning
wished-for child, hazelnut

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Eve
  • Evvie
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

Originally a male name; now mostly female.

Notable people

  • Evelyn Waugh (English novelist)

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