Evita

Evita: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Evita

  • A female given name from Spanish.

Etymology

From Spanish Evita, a pet form of Eva.

How popular is Evita?

8U.S. babies in 2025
#779peak rank (1981)
1,247babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,247 girls in the U.S. have been named Evita. Its highest rank for girls was #779 in 1981. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Evita FAQ

What does the name Evita mean?

A female given name from Spanish. From Spanish Evita, a pet form of Eva.

What is the origin of the name Evita?

Evita is listed as a name of Spanish origin.

How popular is the name Evita?

Since 1880, 1,247 girls in the U.S. have been named Evita. Its highest rank for girls was #779 in 1981. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Evita a boy or girl name?

Evita is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,247 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.