Popularity: 225
Origin: Welsh
Other Origin(s): Irish; Celtic; Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious; Born of yew; Youth
With Welsh origins, Evan is a gender-neutral name with Irish and Hebrew connections that means "God is gracious," "born of yew," and "youth." Evan is a traditional and timeless Welsh name and is the language's version of John. On trips to the beautiful country of Wales, chances are that you'll meet a few friendly Evans. But maybe more interestingly, Evan charts highly for baby boy names in France which proves the name is capable of blending into different cultures. Whether you're a fan of unisex names or want to honor a Welsh relative, Evan is a great choice.

Famous People Named Evan

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  • Evan Bourne
    Wrestler
  • Evan Peters
    Actor
  • Evan Turner
    Basketball Player
  • Evan Williams
    CEO Twitter