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Evan vs Tyler

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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Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#191
Total SSA Count
1,908
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Evan Rank #143
Tyler Rank #191

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #191 for Tyler.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Tyler more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Tyler at #191 in the United States.

What do Evan and Tyler mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin).

Are Evan and Tyler boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Tyler is primarily a boy name.

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