Evan
Meaning: God is gracious, young warrior
Origin: Welsh/Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Rank in Ireland: #62
Total births: 7,796
History: Evan has grown in popularity in Ireland since the 2000s, working well in both English and Irish-speaking communities. The name has Celtic roots and sits comfortably on GAA teamsheets and school rolls alike, from the Burren to the Blackstairs Mountains.
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| Current rank (2025) | #80 |
| Babies named Evan in 2025 | 76 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 7,796 |
| Peak year | 2006 (364 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #23 |
| Years in records | 1969–2025 (57 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 31 spots |
Frequently asked about Evan
What does the name Evan mean?
Evan means “God is gracious, young warrior” from Welsh/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Evan?
Evan has Welsh/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “God is gracious, young warrior”.
How popular is Evan in Ireland?
Evan ranked #80 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 76 babies that year.
When was Evan most popular?
Evan peaked in 2006 with 364 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Evan a boy or girl name?
Evan is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Evans in registered births are male.
Is the name Evan rising or falling in popularity?
Evan has fallen 31 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #49 in 2020 to #80 in 2025.
How long has Evan been recorded in Ireland?
Evan appears in birth records in Ireland across 57 years — from 1969 through 2025.