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Adrian 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

Adrian Rank #72
Evan Rank #143

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #143 for Evan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Evan more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Evan at #143 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Evan mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Adrian and Evan boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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