EVANS

Meaning

Son of Evan; descendant of John.

Etymology

A patronymic surname derived from Evan, which is the Welsh form of John (from Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'God is gracious'). The '-s' suffix indicates 'son of' in Welsh naming conventions.

About the Name EVANS

Evans is primarily a Welsh surname that has occasionally been used as a given name, particularly in Wales and among Welsh diaspora communities. The name reflects Welsh genealogical traditions and remains common in British contexts.

Notable Bearers

Historical People Named EVANS