Evan
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Evan, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A masculine given name of Welsh origin, a form of John meaning "God is gracious."
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Anglicization of Welsh Ifan, ultimately from Latin Jōhannēs, variant of Iōannēs, from Koine Greek Ἰωάννης (Iōánnēs), from Hebrew יוֹחָנָן (yōḥānān, yokhanán, literally “God is gracious”). Doublet of Giovanni, Ian, Ivan, Jack, Jean, Johan, Johann, Johannes, John, Sean, Shane, Shaun, and Shawn.
Full origin of Evan →Frequently asked questions
What does “Evan” mean?
The word “Evan” means a masculine given name of Welsh origin, a form of John meaning "God is gracious.".
How do you pronounce “Evan”?
“Evan” is pronounced EH-vuhn (/ˈɛ.vən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Evan” in a sentence?
Here is “Evan” used in a sentence: “Evan started his new job on Monday.”
What part of speech is “Evan”?
“Evan” is a name.
Is “Evan” a common word?
“Evan” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is Evan a boy's name or can it be used for girls?
Evan is traditionally a masculine given name of Welsh origin. It is a form of John, meaning "God is gracious," and remains primarily used for boys and men.
What name is Evan a form of?
Evan is a Welsh form of the name John. Both names share the meaning "God is gracious," tracing back to the same Hebrew root.
Are Evan and Ewan the same name?
Evan and Ewan are closely related but come from different linguistic roots: Evan is a Welsh form of John, while Ewan is generally traced to Scottish Gaelic origins. Because they sound alike, the two names are often confused or used interchangeably in English.