Evan
The Lord is gracious — a boy name of Welsh origin
Popularity of Evan in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Evan
Evan is the anglicized form of the Welsh name Ifan, which is itself derived from the Latin Johannes, ultimately from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning "the Lord is gracious." It is thus the Welsh equivalent of John. The name has been common in Wales for centuries and crossed into broader English-speaking use in the 19th century. Evan has maintained steady popularity in the United States, consistently ranking in the top 100 since the 1980s, appreciated for its clean, modern sound that works well across cultures.
Evan Around the World
Evan is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 62+ international variants.
Female FormEva
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Evan
Famous People Named Evan
- Evan Spiegel — American entrepreneur and co-founder of Snapchat
- Evan Rachel Wood — American actress
- Evan Peters — American actor
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Evan mean?
Evan is a boy name of Welsh origin meaning "The Lord is gracious." Evan is the anglicized form of the Welsh name Ifan, which is itself derived from the Latin Johannes, ultimately from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning "the Lord is gracious." It is thus the Welsh equivalent of John.
How do you pronounce Evan?
Evan is pronounced EV-un. Common variations include Euan, Ewen, Owen.
Is Evan a boy name?
Yes, Evan is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Ev, Van.
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