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Evan vs Grant

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
Grant Rank #241

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #241 for Grant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Grant more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Evan and Grant mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin).

Are Evan and Grant boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Grant is primarily a boy name.

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