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Evan vs Callum

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
Callum Rank #159

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #159 for Callum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Callum more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Callum at #159 in the United States.

What do Evan and Callum mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Callum means "dove" (Latin via Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Evan and Callum boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Callum is primarily a boy name.

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