Euan is of Scottish origin and means 'born on the favorable side of the year.' It is derived from the Irish name Eoghan, which is a variant of the Latin name Eugene. This name was brought to Scotland by Norsemen during the Viking Age. In Scottish Gaelic, it's pronounced as 'Ay-wan.' Euan gained popularity in England and Wales in the late 20th century but remains more commonly used in Scotland.
The name Euan experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable spike starting around 2002 and peaking at 28 births in 2012. The most recent data shows a decline since then, but it remains relatively popular with 19 births in 2022. Overall, there have been 438 babies named Euan born between 1986 and 2023.