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Tyler vs Evan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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

Tyler Rank #191
Evan Rank #143

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tyler or Evan more popular?

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

What do Tyler and Evan mean?

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

Are Tyler and Evan boy or girl names?

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

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