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Evan vs Timothy

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
Timothy Rank #208

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #208 for Timothy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Timothy more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Timothy at #208 in the United States.

What do Evan and Timothy mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Evan and Timothy boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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