Alan vs Evan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Welsh form of John

Welsh English American Scottish

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Alan Rank #167

Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #167 for Alan.

Is Alan or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Alan and Evan mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Alan and Evan boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.