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Kaiden vs Evan

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

Kaiden Rank #207
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #207 for Kaiden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaiden or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Kaiden at #207 in the United States.

What do Kaiden and Evan mean?

Kaiden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Kaiden and Evan boy or girl names?

Kaiden is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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