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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 roles in Lost, The Hobbit film series, and Ant-Man