Evan Name Meaning & Origin
/EH-vuhn/Evan is likely a name of British origin.
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Name Origin
The name 'Evan' is of Welsh origin, derived from the Welsh name 'Ifan,' which is a form of 'John.' It is common in Wales and has spread to English-speaking countries, often used as a given name for males.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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British (Celtic) 50% -
American (Anglo-Saxon) 30% -
Welsh (Celtic) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Evan
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 2,412 boys in the US were named Evan.
Growth of the name Evan in the US (SSA Data):
Evan Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.