Female Name
Eve
ˈiːv
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
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Writing Systems
חַוָּהAncient Hebrew
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
78/100
classic120%
formal65%
upper class65%
natural120%
wholesome100%
refined120%
simple80%
serious65%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Eve originates from the Hebrew name חַוָּה (Ḥawwa), derived from the Hebrew word חָוָה (ḥawa) meaning 'to breathe' or the related word חָיָה (ḥaya) meaning 'to live'. According to the Old Testament Book of Genesis, Eve was the first woman created by God, formed from one of Adam's ribs to be his companion. She is famously known for eating the forbidden fruit from the tree of knowledge, which led to the expulsion of Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden. Despite this, the name has been use...
Etymology
Original Form:
חַוָּה (Ḥawwa)
Evolution:
From Hebrew to Latin as 'Eva', and then to English as 'Eve'.
Source:
Hebrew Bible, Genesis