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Dean vs Evan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dean

Boy #142 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church official overseeing ten"

Origin: Latin decanus

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#142
Total SSA Count
2,545
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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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

Dean Rank #142
Evan Rank #143

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #143 for Evan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Evan more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Evan at #143 in the United States.

What do Dean and Evan mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Dean and Evan boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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