Evann
Welsh · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Evann
Evann is a variant spelling of Evan, which derives from the Welsh name Ifan, itself a form of John, ultimately rooted in the Hebrew name Yohanan meaning "God is gracious." The name is primarily used in English-speaking, Welsh, and French-speaking cultures, with particular prevalence in Ireland and Brittany; it has no specific religious affiliation though the etymological root reflects Christian naming traditions.
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Etymology
Evann is a variant spelling of Evan, which derives from the Welsh name Ifan, itself a form of John, ultimately rooted in the Hebrew name Yohanan meaning "God is gracious." The name is primarily used in English-speaking, Welsh, and French-speaking cultures, with particular prevalence in Ireland and Brittany; it has no specific religious affiliation though the etymological root reflects Christian naming traditions.
Evann currently ranks #11,256 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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