Evan vs Hayden

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

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Popularity Comparison

Evan Rank #143
Hayden Rank #154

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #154 for Hayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Hayden more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Hayden at #154 in the United States.

What do Evan and Hayden mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Hayden means "hay valley, hedged valley" (Old English origin).

Are Evan and Hayden boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Hayden is primarily a boy name.

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