Holding steady.
Popularity of Evens since 1980
Babies named Evens per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 81 |
| 1990s | 66 |
| 2000s | 47 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Evens is a rare given name that has seen only sporadic use in the United States. First recorded in 1980, it reached its peak popularity in 1986. The name has remained stable in usage since then, never breaking into the top 1000. It may be a variant of the Welsh surname Evans or a modern invention, but its meaning remains uncertain. Parents who choose Evens appreciate its distinctive sound and connection to the more common Evan.
Evens appears to be a rare modern given name, possibly a variant of the Welsh surname Evans (meaning 'son of Evan') or an invented name. It has seen sporadic use in the United States since 1980, but its exact derivation is unclear.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ev, Evy
Sibling names for Evens
Names that share Evens's style, for a brother or sister.
