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Evan vs Justin

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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Justin

Boy #199 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"just, righteous"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#199
Total SSA Count
1,788
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Evan Rank #143
Justin Rank #199

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #199 for Justin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Justin more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Justin at #199 in the United States.

What do Evan and Justin mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Justin means "just, righteous" (Latin origin).

Are Evan and Justin boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Justin is primarily a boy name.

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