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The baby name Evan is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈɛvən/ (EV-ən, "EV-en").

Gender: Male
Syllables: 2.0
Pronunciation: /ˈɛvən/ (EV-ən, "EV-en")

What is the meaning of the name Evan ?

The baby name Evan is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈɛvən/ (EV-ən, "EV-en").

Evan is in Origin.

Evan is the Anglicized Welsh form of Iefan/Ifan and Ieuan, Welsh counterparts of John, ultimately from Hebrew Yochanan, “Yahweh is gracious” or “God is gracious.” The path runs Hebrew → Greek Ioannes → Latin Johannes → Welsh forms → Evan. It appears in medieval Welsh records as a common given name and later spread into broader English usage, retaining a steady, traditional profile while feeling modern and streamlined.

Variants and close cognates include Welsh Ieuan, Ifan, Ioan, and Iefan; English John; Scottish and English Ian; Irish Seán; and Slavic Ivan. Evan has occasionally been used for girls in contemporary naming, though it remains primarily masculine. The patronymic surname Evans means “son of Evan.” Short forms include Ev and Van. In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Evan enjoyed strong popularity in North America while remaining familiar across the UK and Commonwealth.

Evan has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Evan

Evan Rachel Wood Actor · Born 1987 · United States Evan Rachel Wood is an American actor best known for her role as Dolores Abernathy in the TV series Westworld. She has also appeared in films like Thirteen and The Wrestler, showcasing her versatility and talent. Evan Handler Actor · Born 1961 · United States Evan Handler is an American actor best known for his role as Harry Goldenblatt on the TV series Sex and the City. He also played Charlie Runkle in the show Californication. Born in 1961, Handler has appeared in various films and television series throughout his career. Evan Taubenfeld Actor · Born 1983 · United States Evan Taubenfeld is best known as a musician and songwriter, particularly for his work as the lead guitarist for Avril Lavigne. He contributed to her albums 'Let Go' and 'Under My Skin', and later pursued a solo career with songs like 'Boy Meets Girl'.
Evan Seinfeld Actor · Born 1967 · United States Evan Seinfeld is an American actor and musician, best known as the lead vocalist and bassist for the band Biohazard. He also gained fame for his role as Jaz Hoyt on the TV series Oz. In addition to his music and acting career, he has been involved in the adult entertainment industry. Evan Jones Actor · Born 1976 · United States Evan Jones is an American actor best known for his role as Cheddar Bob in the film 8 Mile. He has also appeared in other movies like Jarhead and The Book of Eli. Evan Ross Actor|musician · Born 1988 · United States Evan Ross is an American actor and musician, best known for his roles in films like 'ATL' and 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay'. As a musician, he has released songs such as 'How to Live Alone'. Born in 1988, he is also recognized as the son of the legendary singer Diana Ross.

Celebrity babies named Evan

Name Last Name(s) Mother Mother famous for Fame Level Father Father famous for Fame Level
Evan Kongsved-Wood Elijah Wood television actor ★★★★★
Evan Ross Diana Ross singer ★★★★★
Evan Asher Jenny McCarthy model ★★★★★ John Asher film director ★★★★★

Evan – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Boys 2025 #1 — 836
Germany Boys 2023 #1 — 430
MV 0 #19 1 644
NA 0 #33 1 2,537
ID 0 #36 4 2,238
MT 0 #42 2 1,767
MO 0 #49 4 2,706
CM 0 #55 2 2,592
PR 0 #55 1 1,497
France Boys 2021 #57 1,056 2,865
LU 0 #66 1 2,830
MV Boys 0 #73 7 3,375
TW 0 #73 28 4,523
JP 0 #74 4 4,057
AF 0 #76 1 1,883
AO 0 #76 2 2,729
Canada Boys 2024 #77 347 2,588
CN 0 #79 8 3,857
SI 0 #80 1 1,612
Switzerland Boys 2024 #85 53 1,769
JM 0 #90 4 3,714
ID Girls 0 #102 1 3,319
IQ 0 #102 28 3,533
PH 0 #105 6 5,607
QA 0 #105 2 7,011
TW Boys 0 #111 157 7,111
BN Girls 0 #112 3 5,459
ID Boys 0 #112 20 4,130
KW 0 #120 2 5,216
OM 0 #120 2 6,215
EC 0 #121 1 2,502
CN Boys 0 #122 270 9,639
EE Boys 0 #125 1 2,087
Norway Boys 2025 #126 9 444
CY Boys 0 #128 4 3,473
GR 0 #129 7 3,911
BN Boys 0 #132 8 6,332
PA 0 #137 2 3,797
United States Boys 2024 #138 2,526 7,044
JO 0 #139 2 2,158
CR 0 #141 18 5,526
Belgium Boys 2024 #151 38 401
MT Girls 0 #152 2 3,773
MT Boys 0 #155 22 4,064
IQ Girls 0 #166 509 11,303
Sweden Boys 2022 #172 11 1,509
PR Boys 0 #176 3 2,508
SI Girls 0 #177 1 2,769
AE 0 #181 7 10,220
MO Boys 0 #183 41 5,842
BD 0 #187 41 5,992
AR 0 #191 3 2,915
RU 0 #193 2 3,641
DK 0 #205 2 5,198
LU Boys 0 #209 10 4,970
SI Boys 0 #210 2 3,402
GR Boys 0 #219 49 6,912
BG Boys 0 #220 1 3,850
PS 0 #226 1 5,692
AL Girls 0 #227 1 4,141
IR 0 #231 1 4,221
SG 0 #232 38 11,010
JM Boys 0 #236 37 6,876
NA Girls 0 #237 1 7,146
AO Boys 0 #242 8 5,568
GH 0 #244 5 5,396
JM Girls 0 #245 15 7,507
NA Boys 0 #247 7 6,830
GR Girls 0 #249 1 6,293
PT 0 #250 1 4,161
JP Girls 0 #251 1 6,592
HR Boys 0 #254 6 3,997
MO Girls 0 #256 8 7,056
EC Girls 0 #258 1 3,650
TW Girls 0 #261 16 8,139
IQ Boys 0 #262 627 13,071
NG 0 #268 5 5,926
HK Boys 0 #269 360 12,905
IL 0 #278 5 6,291
JP Boys 0 #280 18 7,909
Canada Girls 2024 #281 5 2,795
SA 0 #284 12 10,560
KZ Boys 0 #288 9 6,578
HR Girls 0 #294 1 3,687
MY 0 #298 33 12,352
DK Boys 0 #299 27 7,401
CZ Boys 0 #300 6 6,530
AL Boys 0 #303 1 5,122
HK 0 #303 46 8,483
BD Boys 0 #312 329 10,045
PH Boys 0 #323 61 11,440
CN Girls 0 #327 23 8,829
DK Girls 0 #328 2 7,429
PE 0 #329 1 6,350
JO Girls 0 #331 9 7,570
SD Girls 0 #332 14 7,678
GT 0 #336 3 5,948
PL Boys 0 #336 5 6,459
MU Boys 0 #338 20 8,477
QA Girls 0 #338 6 15,378
JO Boys 0 #345 33 7,057
CZ Girls 0 #350 2 5,378
PT Boys 0 #354 14 7,951
BR 0 #358 3 5,969
GH Boys 0 #358 4 8,138
MU Girls 0 #362 1 8,539
ZA 0 #365 83 14,421
BD Girls 0 #368 19 8,413
PH Girls 0 #368 23 13,098
YE 0 #371 11 8,639
NL 0 #373 19 2,481
CR Boys 0 #384 104 10,188
SG Boys 0 #389 342 17,960
EG 0 #391 10 6,387
BO 0 #401 8 6,868
MX 0 #402 12 8,339
France Girls 2006 #404 3 3,155
UY Boys 0 #408 6 5,922
Finland Boys 0 #418 10 2,041
OM Girls 0 #420 5 15,987
CL 0 #432 3 6,867
SD Boys 0 #433 13 10,523
RU Boys 0 #438 68 12,621
GT Boys 0 #452 23 7,625
AR Boys 0 #454 14 7,628
PA Boys 0 #455 27 9,305
SY 0 #456 309 11,684
KW Girls 0 #501 15 19,177
CO 0 #504 7 7,768
PA Girls 0 #512 7 9,861
PS Girls 0 #512 12 10,981
LY 0 #518 18 12,703
RU Girls 0 #518 6 11,913
CM Boys 0 #521 30 12,054
BH 0 #523 31 17,937
PS Boys 0 #523 26 10,655
Finland Boys 2026 #525 167 3,552
UY Girls 0 #535 2 6,731
GT Girls 0 #536 6 7,500
AE Girls 0 #540 14 20,968
IR Boys 0 #541 12 10,162
HK Girls 0 #542 74 16,104
IR Girls 0 #543 3 8,334
BO Boys 0 #544 49 9,244
SG Girls 0 #544 43 18,916
CM Girls 0 #556 5 11,671
IL Boys 0 #559 49 10,983
CR Girls 0 #572 2 11,342
NG Girls 0 #573 223 15,093
AR Girls 0 #580 20 8,289
CL Boys 0 #585 81 13,390
IL Girls 0 #607 11 11,648
IN Girls 0 #609 23 13,121
LB 0 #615 44 13,263
MY Boys 0 #629 542 25,439
ZA Boys 0 #631 670 25,619
BO Girls 0 #648 4 9,488
QA Boys 0 #670 38 18,093
NL Boys 0 #691 266 5,873
IT 0 #695 20 4,183
BR Boys 0 #697 55 12,213
MX Boys 0 #724 263 16,355
KW Boys 0 #729 41 18,755
Finland Girls 2026 #733 6 3,895
EG Boys 0 #749 138 15,035
PE Boys 0 #800 79 14,506
TN 0 #812 18 13,765
Germany Girls 0 #826 13 4,949
CO Boys 0 #830 91 15,656
OM Boys 0 #844 38 17,948
EG Girls 0 #850 110 14,742
United States Girls 2024 #856 61 8,487
SA Girls 0 #856 80 25,931
Germany Boys 0 #859 94 5,697
NG Boys 0 #860 92 16,906
Spain Boys 0 #874 57 5,610
CL Girls 0 #911 5 14,098
MY Girls 0 #918 77 24,821
NL Girls 0 #946 10 5,933
Spain Girls 0 #966 18 5,561
IN Boys 0 #980 22 16,750
BR Girls 0 #992 1 12,708
PE Girls 0 #1,006 5 14,861
AE Boys 0 #1,026 67 22,615
MA 0 #1,048 81 20,986
CO Girls 0 #1,060 19 16,140
ZA Girls 0 #1,102 40 25,928
DZ 0 #1,126 51 20,130
TR 0 #1,134 78 19,440
IT Boys 0 #1,136 338 10,046
MX Girls 0 #1,151 33 17,781
IT Girls 0 #1,423 24 9,415
SA Boys 0 #1,445 170 28,008

Evan is popular in 83 countries — most recent births per country:

Ireland
Scotland, United Kingdom
France
Canada
Wallonia, Belgium

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People also ask about Evan

Evan is predominantly a boy's name.
Evan is a 2 syllable name, pronounced /ˈɛvən/ (EV-ən, "EV-en").
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Evann, Evahn, Evanne, Ev, Van and Evie (feminine diminutive).
Yes, very popular — Evan ranked #1 in Ireland in 2025, and appears in official birth registries across 11 countries.
Evan ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2025).
Evan's popularity is holding steady. It moved from #1 in 2015 to #1 in 2025 in Ireland.
Yes — 6 notable people named Evan are in our database, including Evan Rachel Wood (Actor), Evan Handler (Actor), Evan Taubenfeld (Actor).
Yes — at least 3 celebrity couples have chosen Evan for their child, including Elijah Wood.