Harper vs Evans

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harper

Boy #1,789 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"harp player, one who plays the harp"

Origin: Old English hearpere

English American Australian Scottish

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Boy #1,880 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Evan"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh English American

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Harper Rank #1,789

Evans Rank #1,880

Harper is more popular, ranked #1789 vs #1880 for Evans.

Is Harper or Evans more popular?

Harper is more popular, ranked #1789 compared to Evans at #1880 in the United States.

What do Harper and Evans mean?

Harper means "harp player, one who plays the harp" (Old English hearpere origin). Evans means "son of Evan" (Welsh origin).

Are Harper and Evans boy or girl names?

Harper is primarily a boy name. Evans is primarily a boy name.