Eva
5 synonyms for Eva, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A feminine given name, a variant of Eve, of Hebrew origin meaning "life."
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
The (Vulgate) Latin Eva came from Ancient Greek Εὔα (Eúa), which in turn came from Biblical Hebrew חַוָּה (ḥawwā). It is a Latinate variant of the English Eve.
Full origin of Eva →Frequently asked questions
What does “Eva” mean?
The word “Eva” means a feminine given name, a variant of Eve, of Hebrew origin meaning "life.".
How do you pronounce “Eva”?
“Eva” is pronounced EE-vuh (/ˈiːvə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Eva” in a sentence?
Here is “Eva” used in a sentence: “Eva Peron remains a famous figure in Argentine history.”
What part of speech is “Eva”?
“Eva” is a name.
Is “Eva” a common word?
“Eva” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between the names 'Eva' and 'Eve'?
'Eva' is a variant of 'Eve', and both are of Hebrew origin meaning 'life'. 'Eve' is the traditional English form, while 'Eva' is widely used across many European languages.
Is 'Eva' a boy's or a girl's name?
'Eva' is a feminine given name, used for girls and women. It is a variant of the name Eve.
What is the difference between the names 'Eva' and 'Ava'?
'Eva' and 'Ava' sound similar and are sometimes confused, but they are treated as separate names with different origins. 'Eva' is a variant of Eve, of Hebrew origin meaning 'life'.
What is the origin of the name 'Eva'?
'Eva' is of Hebrew origin and is a variant of the name Eve. The underlying name means 'life'.
