evan

Ev-an · proper_noun

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Definitions

proper_noun

  1. 1.

    A male given name of Welsh origin, the Welsh form of John.

  2. 2.

    Occasionally used as a surname.

Related words

See also: John, evans

Etymology

From Welsh Iefan or Ifan, which are Welsh forms of John, ultimately from Hebrew Yohanan (יוֹחָנָן), meaning "God is gracious." The name became popular in English-speaking countries during the 20th century.