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Evan vs Mason

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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Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42
Total SSA Count
6,471
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Evan Rank #143
Mason Rank #42

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 vs #143 for Evan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Mason more popular?

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 compared to Evan at #143 in the United States.

What do Evan and Mason mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin).

Are Evan and Mason boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Mason is primarily a boy name.

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