Girl Names That Start With E, Popular and Rare Picks
Currently popular E names for girls
- Evelyn (English, currently one of the top E names for girls in the US)
- Eleanor (Old French/Provençal roots, historically an elaborated form linked to Helen)
- Eliza (a short form linked to Elizabeth, meaning God is my oath)
- Elena (Greek, meaning bright or shining light)
- Eva (Hebrew, meaning life)
Rare and distinctive E names for girls
- Elsie (Scottish, meaning pledged to God, a diminutive form linked to Elizabeth)
- Edith (English, meaning prosperous in war)
Quick facts
| Common origins | English, Greek, Hebrew, Scottish |
| Common meaning themes | light, God’s oath, life |
| Note | Emma, though technically an E name, is covered separately since it’s currently the single most searched E name on its own |
Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular girl’s name starting with E?
Evelyn currently ranks near the top of E names for girls in the US, alongside Eleanor and Elizabeth.
Is Eva short for a longer name?
Not necessarily. It stands on its own as a complete Hebrew name meaning life, though it’s also sometimes used as a nickname for Evangeline or Evelyn.
What does Edith mean, and why does it sound so different from its meaning?
Edith means prosperous in war, an English name whose sound has softened in modern ears even though its literal meaning is quite martial.
Related reading
Boy equivalent: boy names starting with E (in progress). Individual entry: Emma name meaning.