boy name
Evan
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#153 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Evan in the US, 1880–2025
Evan first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2007, when 10,295 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,412.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Evan a boy or a girl name?
Evan is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Evan?
In 2025, Evan ranked #153 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Evan most popular?
Evan was most popular in 2007, when about 10,295 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.