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Evan vs Andrew

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
Andrew Rank #68

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #143 for Evan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Andrew more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Evan at #143 in the United States.

What do Evan and Andrew mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Evan and Andrew boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Andrew is primarily a boy name.

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