David Evans facts for kids

Have you ever heard a name and wondered if it's the same person you know? Well, 'David Evans' is a very common name! So common, in fact, that many different people share it. This page helps you find the specific David, Dave, or Dai Evans you might be looking for. From scientists to musicians, and from politicians to athletes, there are many amazing people named David Evans!

Academics

These David Evans are known for their work in science and learning.

Scientists and Researchers

• David Stanley Evans (1916–2004) was a British astronomer. He studied stars and space.
• David C. Evans (1924–1998) was an American computer graphics pioneer. He helped create early computer images.
• David C. Evans (paleontologist) is a Canadian paleontologist. He studies dinosaurs and ancient life.
• David A. Evans (born 1941) is a professor of organic chemistry at Harvard University. He studies how chemicals are made.
• David Evans (Yale professor) (born 1970) is a professor of geology and geophysics at Yale University. He studies Earth's rocks and physical processes.
• David Evans (geneticist) is an Australian geneticist. He studies genes and heredity.
• Dai Morgan Evans (born 1944) is a British archaeologist. He studies human history through digging up old sites.

Artists

These David Evans are known for their creative work.

Musicians

• Dave Evans (singer) (born 1953) was the first lead singer of the famous rock band AC/DC.
• David Howell Evans (born 1961) is the guitarist for the Irish rock band U2. He is better known by his stage name, The Edge.

Other Arts

• David Mickey Evans (born 1962) is an American film director and screenwriter. He helps make movies and writes their stories.
• David Evans (director) directed the British film Fever Pitch. He also directed many TV shows.

Politicians

These David Evans have worked in government and public service.

• David R. Evans (South Carolina politician) (1769–1843) was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina. He served in the American government.
• David Ellicott Evans (1788–1850) was also a U.S. Representative from New York in 1827.
• David Arthur Evans (1915–1989) was a Canadian politician. He served in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario.
• David Evans (British politician) (1935–2008) was a British businessman and a Conservative politician. He was a Member of Parliament from 1987 to 1997.
• David W. Evans (born 1946) was a U.S. Representative from Indiana. He served from 1975 to 1983.
• David Evans (political official) was a British political official. He was the General Secretary of the Labour Party.

Sportsmen

Many David Evans are known for their achievements in sports.

Football (Soccer)

• Dai Evans (footballer, born 1902) (1902–1951) was a Welsh international footballer.
• Dai Evans (footballer, born 1934) is a Welsh football goalkeeper.
• Dave Evans (footballer) (born 1958) is an English footballer.
• David Evans (footballer) (born 1967) was a soccer player for Chester City.

Other Sports

• Dave Evans (racing driver) (1898–1974) was an American racecar driver.
• David Evans (athlete) (born 1967) is an Australian Paralympian. He competes in the Paralympic Games.
• David Evans (squash player) (born 1974) is a Welsh professional squash player.
• David Evans was one of the students in the 2006 Duke University lacrosse case.

Cricket

• David Evans (cricketer, born 1869) (1869–1907) played 22 first-class cricket matches.
• David Evans (umpire) (1933–1990) was a cricketer for Glamorgan. He also became a Test match umpire.

Rugby

• Dai Evans (1872–1912) was a Welsh rugby union player.
• David Evans (rugby) (1886–1940) played both rugby union and rugby league in New Zealand.
• David Wyn Evans (born 1965) is a Welsh rugby union player.
• David Evans (rugby union) (born 1988) is a Welsh rugby union and rugby sevens player.

Others

These David Evans are known for various other important roles.

• Dave Evans (entrepreneur) is an American entrepreneur. He is also a professor at Stanford University.
• Dave Evans (reporter) (born 1962) is an American reporter for WABC-TV.
• Sir David Evans (RAF officer) (1924–2020) was a Senior Commander in the Royal Air Force (RAF).
• Sir David Evans (RAAF officer) (1925–2020) was a Senior officer in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF).
• David Evans, Baron Evans of Watford (born 1942) is a British businessman. He was also a trade unionist.
• David Evans (administrator) (born 1960) is an American officer for a relief organization.