Evalyse
A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "true, sincere".
Name Census estimates that about 80 living Americans carry the first name Evalyse. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Evalyse today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Evalyse births was 2012 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Evalyse. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Evalyse. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
80
~ 1 in 4,284,429 Americans
Peak year
2012
10 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2020 SSA rank
#15,854
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Evalyse: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Evalyse from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 59 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Evalyse by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Evalyse during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Evalyse
The name Evalyse has its origins in the ancient Greek language, believed to have emerged around the 5th century BC. It is derived from the Greek word "eualystos," which means "easily dissolved" or "easily broken." This name was initially associated with delicate or fragile objects, reflecting a sense of vulnerability or impermanence.
In the early days of Christianity, the name Evalyse gained spiritual significance as it was believed to symbolize the transient nature of earthly life and the importance of focusing on the eternal. Some scholars suggest that the name may have been used in certain religious texts or writings from that era, although concrete evidence is scarce.
The first recorded instance of the name Evalyse can be traced back to a nun named Evalyse du Montfort, who lived in a convent in Normandy, France, during the 12th century. She is known for her spiritual devotion and charitable works, which earned her respect among the religious community of the time.
In the 14th century, Evalyse de Courtenay, a noblewoman from France, gained recognition for her role in negotiating peace treaties during the Hundred Years' War between England and France. Her diplomatic efforts were instrumental in temporarily resolving conflicts and fostering stability in the region.
During the Renaissance period, Evalyse Brentano, an Italian painter and artist, made significant contributions to the arts. Born in 1490 in Venice, her vibrant and expressive works captured the essence of the Italian Renaissance and were highly acclaimed by her contemporaries.
In the realm of literature, Evalyse Beaumont, a French novelist and poet, left a lasting impact with her poignant and thought-provoking works. Born in 1687, her writings explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition, resonating with readers across generations.
Evalyse Delamarre, a French educator and philosopher, played a pivotal role in shaping educational reform in the 19th century. Born in 1812, she advocated for progressive teaching methods and championed the importance of nurturing the intellectual and emotional development of children.
While the name Evalyse has been relatively rare throughout history, these notable individuals have left an indelible mark in their respective fields, carrying the name forward and contributing to its unique legacy.
People
Evalyse + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Evalyse as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Evalyse: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Evalyse?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 80 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Evalyse going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 4,284,429 US residents.
Is Evalyse a common name?
We classify Evalyse as "Very Rare". It ranks above 61.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 81 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Evalyse most popular?
The single biggest year for Evalyse was 2012, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Evalyse is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Evalyse a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Evalyse in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.