Back to Baby Names

Everett vs Ian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ian

Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish British Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#75
Total SSA Count
4,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Everett Rank #85
Ian Rank #75

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #85 for Everett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Everett or Ian more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Everett at #85 in the United States.

What do Everett and Ian mean?

Everett means "brave boar" (Old English (from Everard) origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Everett and Ian boy or girl names?

Everett is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons