| Meaning | young warrior |
| Origin | Welsh |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Evan |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ev-an |
About Evan
This distinctive choice brings a fresh perspective to traditional naming conventions. While historically considered more common for boys, Evan has emerged as a bold selection for girls, offering strength and simplicity in equal measure. The name carries an effortless sophistication that works beautifully from childhood through adulthood. Parents who choose Evan often appreciate its clean, modern sound and its ability to stand out without being overly trendy. It pairs well with both classic and contemporary middle names, making it remarkably versatile. The single-syllable punch gives it memorable impact, while its familiar sound ensures easy pronunciation across cultures and languages. For families seeking something gender-neutral yet decidedly chic, Evan presents an excellent option that feels both current and timeless.
Nicknames for Evan
| Eve |
| Evie |
| Vani |
Famous People Named Evan
| Evan Rachel Wood | American actress and musician |
| Evan Rachel Lee | American journalist and author |
| Evan Handler | American actress and author |
| Evan Lysacek | American figure skater |
| Evan Dando | American musician |
| Evan Smith | American professional skateboarder |
| Evan Zahn | American cardiologist and medical researcher |
| Evan Felker | American musician and lead vocalist of Turnpike Troubadours |
| Evan Williams | Co-founder of Twitter and Medium |
| Evan Low | American politician |
| Evan Rachel Longoria | American actress and producer |
| Evan Dimas | Indonesian footballer |
| Evan Davis | British economist and broadcaster |
| Evan R. Goldstein | American editor and writer |
| Evan Gershkovich | American journalist and editor |
| Evan Ingersoll | American social entrepreneur |
| Evan Main | American artist |
| Evan Rogers | Barbadian music producer |
| Evan Yee | American physician and researcher |
Characters Named Evan
| Evan Webber | Character from the film "Knock Knock" |
| Evan Abbott | Character from the TV series "Everwood" |
| Evan Huang | Character from the TV series "Fresh Off the Boat" |
| Evan Cross | Character from the TV series "Primeval - New World" |
| Evan Smith | Character from the film "The DUFF" |
| Evan Parks | Character from the TV series "Awkward" |
| Evan Mitchell | Character from the TV series "Secrets and Lies" |
| Evan Fong | Character from the web series "VanossGaming" |
| Evan Ainsley | Character from the novel "Shadowsong" by S. Jae-Jones |
| Evan Trinket | Character from the novel "Wicked Saints" by Emily A. Duncan |
| Evan Klein | Character from the film "Super Dark Times" |
| Evan Shepard | Character from the TV series "Reign" |
| Evan "Jordy" Jordenson | Character from the film "Lady Bird" |
| Evan Kincaid | Character from the film "The Perfection" |
| Evan Urquhart | Character from the film "Thoroughbreds" |
| Evan Tanner | Character from the TV series "The A-Team" |
| Evan Forbes | Character from the film "Open Water 3 - Cage Dive" |
| Evan Markwart | Character from the TV series "The Expanse" |