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Evan vs Ferrin

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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Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Evan Rank #143
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Ferrin more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Evan and Ferrin mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Evan and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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