Evangelina

Meaning of Evangelina

Evangelina is a beautiful and elegant name for a baby girl. It has its origins in Greek, derived from the word "euangelion," meaning "good news" or "gospel." This name carries strong religious connotations and is often associated with evangelism and spreading the message of Christianity.

In terms of pronunciation, Evangelina can be pronounced as ev-an-jeh-LEE-nuh (/ˈi.vən.dʒe.lə.nə/) in English. The Italian pronunciation is eh-vahn-JEH-lee-nah (/e.van.dʒe.li.na/).

Although not extremely popular, Evangelina has been steadily used as a given name in the United States over the years. In recent years, it has ranked around 130th to 160th place in terms of popularity for newborn girls. This shows that while not overly common, Evangelina remains a recognizable and distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their daughter.

Variations of the name include Evangeline, which is another lovely option for those who prefer a slightly shorter version. Whether you choose Evangelina or Evangeline, this name exudes grace and spirituality, making it an excellent choice for parents who desire a timeless and significant name for their little one.

Pronunciation

Italian

  • Pronunced as eh-vahn-JEH-lee-nah (/e.van.dʒe.li.na/)

English

  • Pronunced as ev-an-jeh-LEE-nuh (/ˈi.vən.dʒe.lə.nə/)

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Notable People Named Evangelina

Gloria Evangelina Elizondo López-Llera was a multi-talented Mexican actress, singer, and author known for her contributions to Mexican culture during the Golden Age of Mexican cinema.
Evangelina Villegas, a Mexican cereal biochemist, was the first woman to receive the World Food Prize for her work in developing quality protein maize (QPM) alongside her colleague Surinder Vasal.
Evangelina Vigil-Piñón is a multi-talented Chicana poet, children's book author, director, translator, and television personality.
Evangelina Guerrero Zacarías - Evangelina Guerrero y Entrala de Zacarías was a Filipina poet, short story writer, and journalist known for editing the magazine Excelsior and having her work published in various newspapers.
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