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Evan vs Stephan

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
Stephan Rank #1,726

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #1726 for Stephan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Stephan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Stephan at #1726 in the United States.

What do Evan and Stephan mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Stephan means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Evan and Stephan boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Stephan is primarily a boy name.

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