NAME PROFILE
Evan
Evan is a name of Welsh origin meaning 'young warrior' or 'God is gracious'. It conveys a sense of strength and kindness, often associated with a nurturing spirit and a strong sense of loyalty.
Key Stats
| Total births | 292,426 |
| Gender | Male (96% / 4%) |
| Peak year | 2007 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 23%TX — 20%PA — 19%IL — 19%NY — 19%
Notable People
Evan Peters (Actor, *American Horror Story*) · Evan Rachel Wood (Actress, *Westworld*) · Evan Longoria (Baseball player, MLB All-Star) · Evan Spiegel (Co-founder of Snapchat) · Evan Bayh (Former U.S. Senator)
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