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Cohan 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

Cohan Rank #3,804
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #3804 for Cohan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cohan or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Cohan at #3804 in the United States.

What do Cohan and Evan mean?

Cohan means "hound, warrior" (Old Irish origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Cohan and Evan boy or girl names?

Cohan is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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