Evyn
Evyn is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Evyn is a modern variant spelling of Evan, which ultimately derives from the Welsh name Iefan, a cognate of John. It carries the traditional meaning of 'God is gracious' while offering a contemporary stylized twist using the letter 'y'. In the United States, it is a rare choice given to both boys and girls.
Popularity in the United States
753 babies in the United States have been named Evyn since 1880. It ranks #3923 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1856.
States where it is most popular
- TX (48.1 %)
- CA (42.3 %)
- IL (9.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 15 |
| 1990-2000 | 150 |
| 2000-2010 | 317 |
| 2010-2019 | 200 |
| 2020-2029 | 71 |
Fun facts
- Evyn traces its ultimate origin back to the Welsh form of John, Iefan.
- Replacing traditional vowels with 'y' is a distinctive 21st-century naming trend in the United States.