Evan vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Evan

Boy #143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Welsh form of John

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Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

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Evan Rank #143

Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #143 for Evan.

Is Evan or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Evan at #143 in the United States.

What do Evan and Liam mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Evan and Liam boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.