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Abraham vs Evan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Evan

Boy #143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Welsh form of John

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#143
Total SSA Count
2,526
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Abraham Rank #204
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #204 for Abraham.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abraham or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Abraham at #204 in the United States.

What do Abraham and Evan mean?

Abraham means "father of many nations" (Hebrew origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Abraham and Evan boy or girl names?

Abraham is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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