Evander
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Good man, strong man, bow warrior
Origin: Greek/Scottish
Popularity: Ranked #698 in 2025 with 389 babies born.
History: Evander surged in the 2020s. Evander Holyfield was one of boxing's greatest champions — the Real Deal who fought Tyson, lost an ear, and kept fighting. In Greek mythology, Evander founded a city that became Rome. Evander means founding civilizations and never staying down.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Evander? About 1 in 8,557 babies born in 2025 were named Evander, or roughly 1.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Evander
What does the name Evander mean?
Evander means “Good man, strong man, bow warrior” from Greek/Scottish roots.
What is the origin of the name Evander?
Evander has Greek/Scottish origin. The traditional meaning is “Good man, strong man, bow warrior”.
How popular is Evander?
Evander ranked #698 in 2025 — given to 389 babies that year.
When was Evander most popular?
Evander peaked in 2025 with 389 babies registered that year.
Is Evander a boy or girl name?
Evander is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Evanders in registered births are male.
Is the name Evander rising or falling in popularity?
Evander has risen 351 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1049 in 2020 to #698 in 2025.
How long has Evander been recorded?
Evander appears in birth records across 98 years — from 1888 through 2025.