Avery vs Evan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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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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Avery Rank #259

Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Avery or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Evan mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Avery and Evan boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.