How to Pronounce Evelyn
Evelyn / EHVUHⱢUHN-EHVUHⱢIHN /
The name Evelyn is a Female name of English origin meaning "Uncertain, possi...". It is pronounced EHVUHⱢUHN-EHVUHⱢIHN.
English Female
Meaning & Origin
Evelyn is a English name meaning "Uncertain, possi...". Evelyn originates from the Norman French name Aveline, which itself is a diminutive of Avila. Avila is derived from the Germanic element "avi" meaning "desired" or from the Latin "avellana" meaning "hazelnut."
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic EHVUHⱢUHN-EHVUHⱢIHN
IPA ˈɛvəɫən/, /ˈɛvəɫɪn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as EHVUHⱢUHN-EHVUHⱢIHN. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Evelyn
- · Evelyn Waugh - Author
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Evelyn?
- Evelyn is pronounced EHVUHⱢUHN-EHVUHⱢIHN.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Evelyn?
- The correct pronunciation of Evelyn is EHVUHⱢUHN-EHVUHⱢIHN (IPA: ˈɛvəɫən/, /ˈɛvəɫɪn).
- Is Evelyn a English name?
- Yes, Evelyn is a English name meaning "Uncertain, possi...".
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