UK boy's name
Evaan
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "awakening" or "life".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Evaan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Evaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1235, with 22 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 22 births.
This profile covers 89 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 2013 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Evaan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 89 living people in the UK are called Evaan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Evaan ranked #1235 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 22 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 22 boys were registered as Evaan.
- • About 89 living people in the UK are estimated to have Evaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1235
2024
Births in 2024
22
Latest year
Peak year
2024
22 births
Estimated living
89
2026
Meaning
What does Evaan mean?
The name Evaan is a variation of the Hebrew name Evan, which is derived from the biblical name Aven, meaning "stone" or "rock." It is believed to have originated in the ancient Middle Eastern region during the time of the Old Testament.
The earliest recorded use of the name Evan dates back to the 5th century AD, when it was mentioned in an ancient Welsh text as a variant of the name Iefan. Over time, the spelling evolved into various forms, including Evaan, which is more commonly used in certain regions of South Asia.
One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Evaan was Evaan ibn Uthman, an 8th-century Islamic scholar and mathematician from Persia. He made significant contributions to the field of algebra and is known for his work on quadratic equations.
In the 12th century, Evaan al-Dimashqi, a renowned Arab geographer and traveler, wrote extensively about his journeys across the Middle East and parts of Europe. His writings provided valuable insights into the cultures and societies of the time.
During the Renaissance period, Evaan Battista Alberti, an Italian humanist, author, and architect, was born in 1404 in Genoa. He is celebrated for his contributions to various fields, including art, literature, and architecture, and is considered one of the founding fathers of Renaissance humanism.
In more recent history, Evaan Williams, a Welsh poet and writer, born in 1867, gained recognition for his works that celebrated Welsh culture and language. His poetry and prose played a significant role in preserving and promoting the Welsh literary tradition.
Another notable figure was Evaan Peron, an Argentine politician and activist, born in 1919. She served as the First Lady of Argentina and played a pivotal role in championing the rights of women and the working class during her husband's presidency.
While the name Evaan has its roots in ancient cultures, it has transcended geographical boundaries and continues to be used across various regions, carrying with it a rich tapestry of historical and cultural significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Evaan over time
The chart below shows babies named Evaan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2013 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Evaan, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 22 births in 2024, compared with 22 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Evaan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Evaan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #2025 | 65 | 5 |
| 2010s | #4326 | 24 | 6 |
Related
Names similar to Evaan
- Ethan 77,394
- Edward 53,212
- Elliot 23,450
- Elijah 22,369
- Ellis 19,358
- Elliott 16,964
- Evan 14,535
- Ezra 11,838
- Ewan 10,685
- Eli 8,126
- Elias 7,049
- Eric 6,654
FAQ
Evaan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Evaan in the UK right now?
In 2024, Evaan was ranked #1235 for boys in England and Wales, with 22 births registered.
When was Evaan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 22 babies registered as Evaan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Evaan?
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "awakening" or "life".
How many people are called Evaan in the UK?
A total of 89 babies have been registered as Evaan across the 11 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.