EVE
Eve
Eve is a surname of English origin, derived from the medieval female given name "Eve", ultimately stemming from the Hebrew name "Chavvah", meaning "life" or "living". The name is well-known in Christian tradition as it is associated with the Biblical figure of Eve, the first woman created by God according to the Book of Genesis in the Old Testament.
Distribution and Meaning
The surname Eve is relatively uncommon in modern times. It is chiefly found in the southern areas of England, particularly in counties such as Kent, Sussex, and Hampshire. The name often denotes a descent from an ancestor named Eve, or as a variant of the similar surname "Eaves".
Notable Individuals
- Rupert Eve (1829-1909) - British explorer and naturalist known for his documentations of flora and fauna in the lush regions of India during the 19th century.
- Louise Eve (b. 1985) - English actress celebrated for her roles in various stage productions in the West End.
- Dr. Samuel Eve (1798-1876) - Renowned British physician and researcher, who made significant contributions to the fields of epidemiology and public health.
References
"Ancestry.co.uk - Surname Database: Eve." https://www.ancestry.co.uk/name-origin?surname=eve. Accessed 15th October 2021.
"Behind the Name - Eve." https://www.behindthename.com/name/eve. Accessed 15th October 2021.
There are approximately 1,888 people named Eve in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,413th most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Eve.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
Female
- Ann
- Catherine
- Charlotte
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Julie
- Kate
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan