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.