Zayden 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

Popularity Comparison

Zayden Rank #202
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #202 for Zayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zayden or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Zayden at #202 in the United States.

What do Zayden and Evan mean?

Zayden means "modern coined name" (American English origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Zayden and Evan boy or girl names?

Zayden is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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