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Evan

Meaning: Young warrior; 'God is gracious'

About Evan

Evan is a masculine given name of Welsh origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Young warrior; 'God is gracious',” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Ivan, John. Indicative pronunciation: EH-van. Popular note: Simple, modern. When considering Evan, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Welsh

Variants

Ivan, John

Pronunciation

EH-van

Popularity note

Simple, modern

FAQ — Evan

What does the name Evan mean?

Short meaning: Young warrior; 'God is gracious'. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Evan?

Most associated origin: Welsh.

Are there variants of Evan?

Related forms: Ivan, John.