Evander

Meaning of Evander

Good man

Evander has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Evander

Evander is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #698 in 2025 from #762 in 2021.

Notable people named Evander

• Evander Holyfield
  Professional boxer
• Evander Kane
  Professional hockey player
• Evander Sno
  Footballer
• Evander Preston Edwards
  Politician
• Evander M. Lawler
  Computer scientist

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Questions about the name Evander

What does the name Evander mean?

Evander means good man, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Evander a boy's or a girl's name?

Evander is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Evander?

In 2025, Evander ranked #698 for boys, up from #770 the year before.

When was Evander most popular?

Evander peaked at #698 in 2025.