UK boy's name
Evon
A variant of the Anglo-Saxon name "Evan," meaning "God is gracious.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Evon is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Evon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4527, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2009 to 2009. 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.
Evon is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Evon. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Evon ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 3 boys were registered as Evon.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Evon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4527
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Evon mean?
The name Evon is believed to have originated from the Old French language, specifically from the name "Yvon" or "Yvain". This name traces its roots back to the Breton language, which is a Celtic language spoken in Brittany, a region in the northwest of France.
The name Yvon is derived from the Celtic root "iv", which means "yew tree". The yew tree held significant symbolic value in ancient Celtic cultures, often associated with longevity, resilience, and protection. It is likely that the name Evon emerged as a variation of Yvon, possibly due to regional pronunciation differences or spelling variations.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Yvon can be found in the 12th-century Arthurian romance "Yvain, the Knight of the Lion" by Chrétien de Troyes. In this work, Yvain is depicted as one of the Knights of the Round Table, known for his bravery and chivalry.
Throughout history, the name Evon has been relatively uncommon, but there have been a few notable individuals who bore this name. One of the earliest recorded individuals was Evon of Dol, a Breton monk and church leader who lived in the 6th century. He is recognized as a saint in the Catholic Church and is known for his missionary work in Brittany.
Another notable figure was Evon Browne (1876-1959), an Irish playwright and novelist. He was known for his works that explored themes of Irish identity and the social and political issues of his time.
In the field of art, Evon Screetan (1916-1988) was an American painter and printmaker. He was particularly known for his abstract expressionist works and his innovative techniques in printmaking.
The name Evon also has a connection to the world of sports. Evon Rebennack, better known as Dr. John (1941-2019), was an influential American musician and singer-songwriter. He was a pioneer of the New Orleans sound and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2011.
Lastly, Evon Demarios Smoot (1979-present) is an American former professional basketball player who played in the NBA for several teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Los Angeles Clippers.
While the name Evon may not be as widely used as some other names, it carries a rich historical lineage and has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, each leaving their mark in their respective fields.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Evon by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Evon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4527 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Evon
- 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
Evon: questions and answers
How popular is the name Evon in the UK right now?
In 2009, Evon was ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Evon most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 3 babies registered as Evon in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Evon?
A variant of the Anglo-Saxon name "Evan," meaning "God is gracious.".
How many people are called Evon in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Evon across the 1 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.