Even name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Old Norse, Celtic, Hebrew and Scandinavian
Usage: Scandinavian, Breton, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Even e-ven
Meaning: Luck, Happiness, Winner, Yew and Shrub
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What does Even mean?

The unconventional boy name Even means "Luck, Happiness, Winner, Yew or Shrub" used mostly in Swedish, Scandinavian, Breton, Danish, Finnish and Norwegian is of Old Norse, Celtic, Scandinavian and Hebrew origin. Even is form of long standing and famed Eben.

Eben is English and Welsh cognate of Ebenezer. Even is version of Eivind. Eivind is variation of Eivindr. Meaning of Eivind is Happiness, Luck and Winner has its origin in Old Norse.

Even is version of biblical, desirable and unfading Evan. Evan is variant of eminent Eoghan. Also Evan is variation of cherished and durable John. Evan is also variation of Evanna. Evan is form of John in Slavic language.

Also Evan is equivalent of Johanna in Welsh language. Evan is also form of Ivan in Danish language. Evan is also Welsh cognate of Ifan. Evan is also Scottish form of Ewan.

Origin of Anomalous Evan is in Celtic and Hebrew, meaning of Evan is "Yahweh is Gracious, God is Gracious and The Lord is Gracious". Also Even is Swedish, West and Norwegian equivalent of Eyvind.

The name is celebrated on April 17th.

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How do I pronounce Even?

The proper pronunciation of two syllabled Even is e-ven.

Variants of Even

Evin, Eben, Eivind, Evan, Ebenezer, Eb, Eivindr, Eivin, Jehanne, Ieuan, Johanan, Eoghan, John, Evanna, Johanna, Ivan, Ifan, Ewan, Eavan, Evanjames, Yves, Eyvind, Ivo, Erouan, Erwan, Irvin, Erwen, Eyvindr, Evind

Middle Names for Even

Omon, Suen, Bent, Aias, Antonin, Gury, view more middle names that goes with Even

How popular is the name Even?

Even is a familiar baby name in France, it has been in use since 1957 and was able to reach the top 600 names. In 2006, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 539 on boy names chart when 92 babies were named Even.

Over 1280 people have been named Even in France. Even is a unique baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1917 and was able to reach the top 4000 names.

In 1922, it ranked 3014th when 28 boys were named Even. Over 481 babies in United States have been named Even.

Even is an uncommon baby name in Switzerland, its highest ever rank is 507 (2014) in its 12 years run on Switzerland naming chart.

Even is a rare baby name in Belgium there is very thin chances of it still being given as it was last seen in 2005. Also, Even is a familiar name in Indonesia, Zambia, Philippines, China, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Mexico, Brazil, Tanzania, Papua New Guinea, Venezuela and Canada.

According to our research, at least 7000 people have been bestowed Even around the globe.

YearRankBirths
2023726011
2022722511
2021753610
2020627813
201988668
2018759710
2017753210
2016530717
2015631713
2014572615
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Even in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands5500
Finland515250
Sweden1575360
Norway6143743060
Denmark63010

What numbers say about Even?

Love is most important in your life. You are inspiring and have a strong charisma. Besides being hard-working by nature, you are also independent and like to handle things your way. Your number represents mind strength and persistence. Being in a relationship is hard for you because you are all about variety. You believe in yourself because it's the secret to achieving your aspirations and realize your life goals.

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  •  Brian - Origin of Customary Brian is in Celtic is used prevalently in Danish and Irish, meaning of Brian is "The Blessed One or High" is used as a unisex name
  •  Alaina - Meaning of Alaina is Tribe near the Black Sea, Rock or Precious is a unisex name and rooted from Celtic and Latin is used in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada
  •  Kennedi - Meaning of Kennedi is Ugly Head is largely used in English. Its origin is in Old Irish and Celtic is used for both genders
  •  Fallon - Eminent Fallon majorly is used in English has origin in Celtic, meaning of Fallon is "Descendent of Fallamhan" is used as a gender-neutral name

Sibling Names for Even

Choosing a name for your newborn can be an exciting yet challenging experience. If you're considering the name "Even" for your baby, you might be interested in pairing it with a sibling name that complements or contrasts it. Here are some suggestions to get you started.

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Famous people named Even

  • Even Wetten, Norwegian speed skater
  • Even Benestad, Norwegian documentary film director
  • Even as We Speak, indie band from Sydney, Australia
  • Even in Blackouts, were an acoustic pop-punk band from Chicago
  • Even, Australian indie rock three-piece fronted by singer-songwriter-guitarist
  • Even Hansen was a Norwegian footballer who played in the defense demarcation.
  • Even de Tissot composed the music of movie Horror Hospital

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
  4. Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls
  5. Office fédéral de la statistique, https://www.bfs.admin.ch/bfs/fr/home/statistiques/population/naissances-deces/prenoms-nouveaux-nes.html
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