Evan

Evan is the Welsh form of John, itself derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning God is gracious. It has been one of the most enduringly popular given names in Wales, reflecting the widespread influence of the biblical apostle and evangelist John throughout Christian Europe. The name shares its roots with cognates such as Ivan, Jan, Juan, Sean, and Giovanni, all tracing back to the same Hebrew source. Evan has also gained broad independent use in English-speaking countries beyond Wales.