Bringer of good news
Derived from the Greek word 'evangelos', this name shares its roots with the word 'evangelist'. It is traditionally given to girls in Greece, often in honor of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary. It carries a sense of spiritual joy and messenger-like purpose.
Less common today
Evangelia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,338 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Olympic archer from Greece
World champion artistic swimmer
Olympic silver medalist in water polo
