Evan Cooper

The given name Evan, primarily of Welsh origin derived from Iefan (a form of John), has seen significant shifts in popularity. In the United States, its usage among males rose dramatically in the latter half of the 20th century, reaching peak popularity in 2009 before experiencing a sharp decline. Concurrently, the use of Evan for females, which also began to increase in the late 1970s, has seen a more sustained rise, tripling in relative frequency even as male usage dropped.

The name Evan can also be an occasional surname and is sometimes a shortened form of Greek names like Evangelos. While predominantly male, its use for females is noted, exemplified by figures like actress Evan Rachel Wood. Similar-sounding names exist in other languages, such as Scottish Gaelic Eòghann and Irish Eógan, but their etymologies differ, often tracing back to the Greek word 'eugenēs' meaning 'noble'. The provided text lists numerous individuals named Evan across various professions and nationalities, including actors, athletes, politicians, musicians, writers, and academics.