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feminine names beginning with e

  1. Estrella

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "star"

    • Description:

      Bright and vibrant but elegant too, Estrella is a rising star among Hispanic families that would make a good cross-cultural choice too. A Spanish word name that literally means "star", it is similar to other popular names with the same stellar meaning such as Esther and Stella.
  2. Etta

    • Origin:

      English and Scottish, short form of any name ending with -etta: Henrietta, Loretta etc.

    • Description:

      Thanks to the surprise hit revival of Etta James' song At Last and because of recent interest in vintage style nicknames, Etta has established herself as a possible successor to Emma and Ella. Back in the US Top 1000 as of 2023 and rising rapidly up the UK charts, where it sits in the Top 200, Etta is a snappy, smart and sparky choice.
  3. Eugina

    • Description:

      Eugina is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Eugenia, which derives from the Greek word 'eugenes' meaning 'well-born' or 'noble.' This alternative spelling gives the classic name a slightly more contemporary feel while maintaining its elegant essence. Eugina has historical connections to numerous saints and nobility throughout European history, though this specific spelling variation is considerably less common than Eugenia, Eugene, or Eugenie. The name has never been widely popular in English-speaking countries but offers an interesting alternative for parents who appreciate the name's regal history while wanting something slightly distinctive. Its similarity to familiar names makes it recognizable despite its uncommon status.
  4. Eva

    • Origin:

      Latin form of Eve, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "life"

    • Description:

      Eva is a simple, classic Hebrew name for girls that recently slipped out of the US Top 100 for the first time in more than a decade. Pronounced either like her more popular sister Ava or less popular sister Eve, Eva is one of the elite group of girl names that mean life.
  5. Evangeline

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "bearer of good news"

    • Description:

      Evangeline is a romantic old name enjoying a major comeback, thanks to its religious overtones, Eva's popularity, and the star of the TV megahit Lost, Evangeline Lilly. Evangelia and Evangelina — two variants of Evangeline — are sure to tag along for the ride.
  6. Evanna

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Evan, Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      Evanna is the name of a Harry Potter actress who pronounces it ee-vah-na. This might be considered another international feminine form of the many variations of John; Ivana, Giovanna, and even Joan are cousins of Evanna. It could also be a compound name, combining Eva and Anna.
  7. Eve

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "life"

    • Description:

      Eve, the oldest name in the Book, is now coming back into style, having the virtues of simplicity and purity, yet with more strength and resonance than other single-syllable names like Ann. British actor Clive Owen chose Eve for his daughter, as did Jessica Capshaw.
  8. Eveline

    • Origin:

      English or French

    • Meaning:

      "desired; or water, island"

    • Description:

      Variant of Evelyn or Aveline
  9. Evelyn

    • Origin:

      English from French and German

    • Meaning:

      "desired; or water, island"

    • Description:

      After decades of disuse, soft and feminine Evelyn has returned to the baby name stage in a huge way. It reached the Top 10 for the first time in 2017. Evelyn has now surpassed its former heights, joining a legion of contemporary little Evas, Avas, Eves, Evies, and Evelines.
  10. Evette

    • Description:

      Evette is a feminine name of French origin, functioning as a diminutive form of Eve. Eve derives from the Hebrew name Chavah, meaning "life" or "living one." Evette emerged as a more delicate, affectionate version with the characteristic French diminutive suffix "-ette." The name gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, though it never reached the top rankings. Evette offers a softer, more elaborate alternative to the biblical simplicity of Eve while maintaining its connection to the concept of life and vitality. The name has a certain vintage charm today, as it's less commonly given to newborns than in previous generations. Evette's French styling gives it an elegant, feminine quality while its biblical roots provide historical depth and meaning.

  11. Evie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Eve or Eva

    • Meaning:

      "life"

    • Description:

      Evie was derived from Eve, which in turn comes from Chawwah, a Hebrew name related to the concept of life. Evie can be used as a nickname for any name that starts with Ev-, including Eva, Evelyn, and Evangeline, but also for names such as Genevieve and Maeve. Evie is typically pronounced with a long E sound, but a short E is also valid.
  12. Evita

    • Origin:

      Spanish, diminutive of Eva

    • Description:

      There's only one Evita.