Evanna: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ehv-ahnn-ah
Origin: Israel
gender-female

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: God is gracious

Evanna is a feminine name with Welsh and Irish origins, primarily considered a variation of Evan. It means "God is gracious" or "Yahweh is gracious, " reflecting its connection to the Hebrew name Evanna (a variant of John). The name Evanna gained prominence in the 2000s, partly due to the Irish actress Evanna Lynch, who played Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter film series. Today, Evanna is appreciated globally for its elegant sound and rich cultural heritage. The name Evanna is important because it embodies both tradition and modern appeal, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a name with deep historical roots.

Evanna Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Evanna is currently #6133 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Evanna is currently #3451 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Evanna is currently #2907 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Evanna is currently #1637 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Evanna is currently #3273 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Evanna is currently #1809 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Evanna is currently #3152 on Kiindred Australian Names

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