Evette

Meaning of Evette

The name Evette is a charming and elegant choice for a baby girl. It is pronounced as ee-VET (/iːˈvɛt/) in English and has its roots in French origin, where it is considered a diminutive form of the name "Yvette." The name Yvette itself derives from "Yves," which means yew, a type of tree that symbolizes resilience and longevity. Over the years, Evette has enjoyed moderate popularity in the United States, with fluctuating occurrences since the mid-20th century. The name reached its peak in 1970 when it ranked 710th, but it has since seen a more modest usage, ranking 3509th in 2023 with 44 newborns given this name. Despite its less frequent use today, Evette remains an enduring choice that carries an air of sophistication and timeless appeal.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as ee-VET (/iːˈvɛt/)

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Notable People Named Evette

Evette Rios - Evette Ríos is a bilingual lifestyle expert, writer, television host, and designer from New York with Puerto Rican heritage.
Evette Dionne is an American culture writer and the author of the young adult debut "Lifting As We Climb," which was longlisted for the 2020 National Book Award for Young People's Literature. She also served as the editor-in-chief of Bitch from 2018 until 2021.
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