Evander
Evander is a boy name of Greek origin meaning “Good man”, pronounced ee-VAN-der. It ranked #698 in the United States in 2025, given to 389 babies, and peaked at #698 in 2025. Common nicknames: Evan, Van, Dre.
How popular is Evander in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Evander mean, and where does it come from?
Evander is the Latin form of the Greek Euandros — eu, "good," and aner, "man" — the Arcadian who, in Virgil's telling, founded a settlement on the Palatine Hill long before Rome existed. It is also the standard English rendering of the Scottish Iomhar, which is a different name entirely and comes from Norse. American parents know it from boxing: Evander Holyfield, the only four-time world heavyweight champion. The name has been in the records since 1888 and is rising now, at its highest position ever in 2025.
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Famous People Named Evander
- Evander Holyfield — American boxer and four-time world heavyweight champion
- Evander Kane — Canadian NHL forward
- Evander — Brazilian professional footballer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Evander mean?
Evander is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "Good man." Evander is the Latin form of the Greek Euandros — eu, "good," and aner, "man" — the Arcadian who, in Virgil's telling, founded a settlement on the Palatine Hill long before Rome existed. It is also the standard English rendering of the Scottish Iomhar, which is a different name entirely and comes from Norse.
How do you pronounce Evander?
Evander is pronounced ee-VAN-der. Common variations include Evandro, Iomhar, Evan.
Is Evander a boy name?
Yes, Evander is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Evan, Van, Dre.