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Name Origin

Evangeline is a feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'bearer of good news' or 'evangelist'. It derives from the Greek words 'eu' (good) and 'angelos' (messenger). The name gained popularity in the 19th century following the publication of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem 'Evangeline, A Tale of Acadie', which tells the story of a young woman searching for her lost love.

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Famous People

Evangeline Lilly (1979-)

Actress

  • Known for her roles in the television series Lost and the film Ant-Man
  • Recipient of multiple awards and nominations, including a Screen Actors Guild Award

Evangeline Booth (1865-1950)

Salvation Army leader

  • Daughter of Salvation Army founder William Booth
  • Helped expand the organization's work internationally and into social services