How Many People Are Named Evi?
Complete statistics for the name Evi: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Evi is a charming short form with roots in several European traditions, often linked to the meaning "life" or "living one." There are roughly 424 people living in the US with this name today, which means about 1 in 779,173 Americans share it. It's a rising name that peaked in 2008 with 28 births, and the average bearer is just 13 years old.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 traditionally represents compassion, humanitarianism, and a deep sense of idealism. It's associated with people who are drawn to selfless service and who possess a broad, generous worldview.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 13All 427 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2008Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Evi Through the Generations
Evi is a name that's almost entirely a product of the 21st century in the United States. With only 427 total births ever recorded, it hasn't built up layers of generational history the way classic names have. A striking 422 of the 424 people currently living with this name are under 30, and just 5 fall in the 30-to-60 age range. Nobody over 60 in the US carries it, making the generational picture remarkably lopsided. The peak year was 2008, when 28 babies received the name, and it's been on a rising trend since entering the records. That average age of 13 tells you this is a name you'll mostly find in classrooms, not boardrooms. It's worth pointing out that globally, Evi is far more established, ranking #4,514 worldwide with about 232,460 living bearers. Indonesia accounts for a large share of that global count. In the US, though, Evi remains a very rare gem that's quietly gaining ground among newer generations of parents looking for something fresh and distinctive.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Evi's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Evi
How Many People Have the Name Evi?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 424 people in the United States currently share the name Evi. That works out to roughly 1 in every 779,173 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Evi a Common or Rare Name?
Evi is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Evi Mean?
Evi means "Life or living one" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Evi in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Evi Most Popular?
The name Evi reached peak popularity in 2008, with 28 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Evi?
Approximately 424 people named Evi live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 427. That works out to roughly 1 in 779,173 Americans.
Is Evi a rare name?
Evi is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 779,173 Americans has this name.
What does the name Evi mean?
Evi means "Life or living one" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Evi more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Evi are male and 100% are female.
When was Evi most popular?
Evi peaked in 2008 with 28 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.