Bevan
Bevan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Bevan
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Anglicisation of Welsh ab Ifan.
How popular is Bevan?
Since 1880, 66 girls and 567 boys in the U.S. have been named Bevan (10% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7382 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #2210 in 1978. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Bevan FAQ
What does the name Bevan mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. Anglicisation of Welsh ab Ifan.
What is the origin of the name Bevan?
Bevan is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Bevan?
Since 1880, 66 girls and 567 boys in the U.S. have been named Bevan (10% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7382 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #2210 in 1978. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Bevan a boy or girl name?
Bevan is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (66 girls and 567 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.