Boy · 465th of 7,545
Everette
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
11,433
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1919
Peak Popularity Year
211
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Everette stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Everette is rooted in Old English, meaning 'brave as a wild boar'. Its language evolution shows a transition from 'Eoforheard' to 'Everard' and finally to 'Everette'. The name carries traits of strength and courage, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as a strong and classic name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛvərɛt/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Everette is derived from the Old English name 'Eoforheard', where 'eofor' means 'wild boar' and 'heard' means 'brave' or 'hardy'. This name evolved over time to its modern form.
Meaning
brave as a wild boar
Language Evolution
Eoforheard (Old English), Everard (Middle English), Everette (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Everette gained popularity in the 19th century as a given name in English-speaking countries, often as a variant of the name Everard.
Variants & Derivatives
Everard, Everette, Evert
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Everette is perceived as a strong and classic name, often associated with tradition and resilience.
Famous People
Everette Lee DeGolyer, an influential American geophysicist, Everette E. Hale, an American author and clergyman
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 211 peak births in 1919
Geographic Spread
Popular across 29 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 4 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 465th of 7545 | 2,690 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 511th of 6773 | 2,473 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 704th of 7552 | 2,058 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 922nd of 10718 | 1,225 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1618th of 16616 | 760 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2992nd of 24088 | 551 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1816th of 23106 | 1,031 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7232nd of 9107 | 15 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8072nd of 9204 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9994th of 12526 | 15 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20160th of 35406 | 39 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4501st of 30306 | 373 |