Kingston 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

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Popularity Comparison

Kingston Rank #178
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #178 for Kingston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingston or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Kingston at #178 in the United States.

What do Kingston and Evan mean?

Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Kingston and Evan boy or girl names?

Kingston is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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