Evelyn vs Maria
Comparing Evelyn and Maria? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Evelyn ranks in the Top 250 tier and traces to English naming roots (meaning "Wished-for child"). Maria sits in the Top 250 tier with Latin origins (meaning "Bitter, beloved, sea").
Evelyn
- Meaning: Wished-for child
- Origin: English
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Evelyn name page
Maria
- Meaning: Bitter, beloved, sea
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Maria name page
Which name is more popular: Evelyn or Maria?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Evelyn ranks higher (Top 250) than Maria (Top 250).