Evander

Evander: name meaning, origin and popularity

Boy nameGreek origin#698 in 2025

Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈvændɚ/ · /ɪˈvændə/

Meaning and origin of Evander

  • A male given name from Ancient Greek.

Etymology

From Latin Euander, from Ancient Greek Εὔανδρος (Eúandros, literally “good man”).

How popular is Evander?

#698boys, 2025
389U.S. babies in 2025
#698peak rank (2025)
4,200babies since 1880

Since 1880, 4,200 boys in the U.S. have been named Evander. Its highest rank for boys was #698 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #698 for boys, with 389 babies given the name.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Evander FAQ

What does the name Evander mean?

A male given name from Ancient Greek. From Latin Euander, from Ancient Greek Εὔανδρος (Eúandros, literally “good man”).

What is the origin of the name Evander?

Evander is listed as a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Evander?

Since 1880, 4,200 boys in the U.S. have been named Evander. Its highest rank for boys was #698 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #698 for boys, with 389 babies given the name.

Is Evander a boy or girl name?

Evander is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 4,200 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.