Surname · Welsh origin
Bevan
Meaning
The surname Bevan means Son of Evan.
Origin
Welsh
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Bevan
Bevan comes from “ab Evan,” “son of Evan (John).”
What kind of surname is Bevan?
Bevan is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Welsh naming tradition — you can read how Welsh surnames were formed on our Welsh last names page.
Other Welsh surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Bevan mean?
The surname Bevan means Son of Evan. Bevan comes from “ab Evan,” “son of Evan (John).”
Where does the surname Bevan come from?
Bevan is a surname of Welsh origin.
What kind of surname is Bevan?
Bevan is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Welsh surnames?
Other Welsh surnames include Bowen, Griffiths, Lloyd, Maddox, Meredith, Morgan.