Evyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Evyn is a Welsh name derived from 'Ifan', related to the biblical name 'Yochanan' which means 'Yahweh is gracious'. The name has evolved through various historical forms and reflects a modern trend towards uniqueness. While it does not have a direct biblical reference, the name's roots connect it to a significant biblical figure. Evyn is currently viewed as a fresh and appealing name choice.
The name Evyn is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Evyn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Evyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5994th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3345th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6045th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9636th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4322nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4036th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Evyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Evyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛvɪn/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
Evyn is derived from the Welsh name 'Ifan', which is a variant of 'John'. It has roots in the Hebrew name 'Yochanan', meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'.
Meaning
gracious
Language Evolution
Ifan, Iefan, Yochanan, John
Historical Usage
Evyn gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of traditional names, reflecting a trend towards more unique spellings.
Variants & Derivatives
Evan, Even, Ifan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Evyn is perceived as a modern and unique name, appealing to parents looking for distinctive alternatives to classic names.
Famous People
Evyn Charles, a contemporary artist, Evyn O'Connor, a professional athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Evyn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Evyn"
"Evyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5994th of 16616 | 105 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3345th of 24088 | 467 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6045th of 23106 | 172 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9636th of 27321 | 102 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4322nd of 35406 | 505 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4036th of 30306 | 440 |
Regional Popularity of "Evyn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
48.13% 3520th/7313 |
48.32% 3606th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Evyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
53.52% 3914th/7313 |
91.57% 6834th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
47.55% 3244th/6822 |
69.36% 4353rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Evyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Evyn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.