# What Does the Name Eve Mean?

Eve is a girl name of Hebrew origin. It means “life”.

**Origin:** Hebrew

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** EEV

The name Eve comes from Hebrew roots, where it carries the meaning “life”. It is pronounced EEV.

Is Eve a boy or girl name? Eve is traditionally used as a girl name.

## More Hebrew names

- [**Tabitha**gazelle](/baby-name-tabitha-meaning/)
- [**Lydia**woman from Lydia](/baby-name-lydia-meaning/)
- [**Eden**delight](/baby-name-eden-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Eve?

Eve means “life”. It is a name of Hebrew origin.

### What origin is the name Eve?

Eve is of Hebrew origin.

### Is Eve a boy or girl name?

Eve is traditionally a girl name.