โ† Browse

Yvette

Girl

Yvette is a girl's name of French origin meaning "French feminine diminutive of Yves, from the Germanic element iv meaning yew tree.". It is pronounced ee-VET. Today it is a popular name (popularity 94/100) and fading.

French origin ยท /ee-VET/ ยท vintage

Meaning: French feminine diminutive of Yves, from the Germanic element iv meaning yew tree.

Popularity 94/1002 syllablesPeaked 1967โ†“ Falling

Insights

Most popular in the 1960s.

Today, Yvette is one of the most common baby names (popularity 94/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

Compare

Frequently asked questions about Yvette

What does Yvette mean?

Yvette means "French feminine diminutive of Yves, from the Germanic element iv meaning yew tree.". It is of French origin.

Is Yvette a boy or girl name?

Yvette is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Yvette?

Yvette is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 94/100. It was most popular in the 1960s.

How is Yvette pronounced?

Yvette is pronounced ee-VET.

Explore more: French names ยท Girl names starting with Y

Looking for more? Generate baby names like Yvette with our AI name generator โ†’

Similar names

CharlotteJacquelineBrielleSylvieElodieClementine

See all names like Yvette โ†’

Sibling name ideas

Names with a similar feel to Yvette for a brother or sister.

SheriDaryleAnnetteDwightSherrieRickey

More sibling names for Yvette โ†’