Evan
Gender: Boy
Meaning: God is gracious, young warrior
Origin: Welsh/Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #153 in 2025 with 2,412 babies born.
History: Evan is the Welsh form of John, from the Hebrew 'Yochanan,' meaning God is gracious. It has been a staple Welsh name for centuries and spread widely through English-speaking countries in the 20th century. It is now one of the most popular names in the United States.
Famous people named Evan: Evan Rachel Wood (actress), Evan Peters (actor)
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Evan? About 1 in 1,352 babies born in 2025 were named Evan, or roughly 6.7 per day in the United States.
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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?
Evan ranked #153 in 2025 — given to 2,412 babies that year.
When was Evan most popular?
Evan peaked in 2007 with 10,295 babies registered that year.
Is Evan a boy or girl name?
Evan is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Evans in registered births are male.
Is the name Evan rising or falling in popularity?
Evan has risen 1949 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #2102 in 2020 to #153 in 2025.
How long has Evan been recorded?
Evan appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.