Elliott 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

Popularity Comparison

Elliott Rank #163
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #163 for Elliott.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliott or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Elliott at #163 in the United States.

What do Elliott and Evan mean?

Elliott means "Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Old French origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Elliott and Evan boy or girl names?

Elliott is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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