Greek · Boy name
Evander
“good man”
About the name Evander
The name Evander is of Greek origin, derived from the elements ‘eu’ meaning ‘good’ and ‘aner’ meaning ‘man’. In Greek mythology, Evander was a hero who founded the city of Pallantium, which later became part of Rome. The name has been used in various literary works, including Shakespeare’s ‘The Rape of Lucrece’. Evander is also associated with strength and virtue, making it a notable choice for boys.
- Meaning
- good man
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- eh-VAN-der(3 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Evander
- Evander James
- Evander Michael
- Evander Alexander
- Evander Thomas
- Evander Raymond
Questions about Evander
- What does Evander mean?
- Evander is a Greek name meaning "good man".
- How do you pronounce Evander?
- Evander is pronounced eh-VAN-der, with emphasis on the second syllable.
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