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Bentley 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

Bentley Rank #201
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #201 for Bentley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bentley or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Bentley at #201 in the United States.

What do Bentley and Evan mean?

Bentley means "clearing of coarse grass" (Old English origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Bentley and Evan boy or girl names?

Bentley is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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