Evangeline is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #346 in 2025 with 124 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2011 with 170 births ranking #289. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 17.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 2,043 girls born was named Evangeline. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Evangeline is a grand, lyrical classic meaning bearer of good news. It feels romantic, spiritual, and richly expressive.
The name gained major literary visibility through Longfellow and has remained admired because of its musical flow and uplifting meaning. Its full form gives it a real sense of splendour.