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Evan vs Abraham

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

Evan Rank #143
Abraham Rank #204

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #204 for Abraham.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Abraham more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Abraham at #204 in the United States.

What do Evan and Abraham mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Abraham means "father of many nations" (Hebrew origin).

Are Evan and Abraham boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Abraham is primarily a boy name.

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