Evelyn

American  

[eev-lin, ev-uh-lin, eev-lin, ee-vuh-lin] / ˈiv lɪn, ˈɛv ə lɪn, ˈiv lɪn, ˈi və lɪn /

noun

1. John, 1620–1706, English diarist.

2. Also Evelynne. a female given name, form of Eve.

3. Chiefly British. a male given name.

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Evelyn British  

/ ˈiːvlɪn, ˈɛv- /

noun

1. John. 1620–1706, English author, noted chiefly for his diary (1640–1706)

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Example Sentences

“A typical triumph of modern science,” remarked the novelist Evelyn Waugh, “to find the only part of Randolph that was not malignant and remove it.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

"I hope the entire process is carried out transparently, that the people's vote is respected" early voter Evelyn Pazos, 43, told AFP.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

The Rays broadcast of the game showed the incident involving Evelyn and the man, with the announcers taking the girl’s side.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

The eight-week season will feature 86 concerts in London, Gateshead, Bristol, Middlesborough, Sunderland and Mold, with appearances by percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie, soprano Louise Alder and pianist Yuja Wang.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

I explained about the letter from Nurse Evelyn.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk