Clayton 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

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Popularity Comparison

Clayton Rank #318
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #318 for Clayton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clayton or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Clayton at #318 in the United States.

What do Clayton and Evan mean?

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

Are Clayton and Evan boy or girl names?

Clayton is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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