Evert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Evert is a Dutch name originating from the Old High German 'Eberhard', meaning brave or hardy, with a historical path evolving through Middle Dutch. Its traits are associated with strength and bravery, and it holds no biblical relevance.
The name Evert is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Evert has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Evert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 696th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 960th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1780th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3191st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5158th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7746th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8490th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Evert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Evert"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛvərt/
Origin
Dutch
Etymology
Evert is derived from the Old High German name 'Eberhard', which combines the elements 'eber' meaning 'wild boar' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'hardy'.
Meaning
brave, hardy, wild boar
Language Evolution
Eberhard (Old High German), Everhard (Middle Dutch), Evert (Modern Dutch)
Historical Usage
Evert gained popularity in the Netherlands during the Middle Ages and has remained a recognizable name in Dutch culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Everett, Evertz, Evertus
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Evert is perceived as a traditional and strong name in Dutch-speaking countries, often associated with resilience and bravery.
Famous People
Evert van Aert, Dutch cyclist, Evert Taube, Swedish poet and singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Evert"
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 of "Evert"
"Evert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 696th of 7545 | 1,350 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 960th of 6773 | 823 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1780th of 7552 | 367 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3191st of 10718 | 164 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5158th of 16616 | 137 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7746th of 24088 | 136 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8490th of 23106 | 101 |
Regional Popularity of "Evert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
37.22% 527th/1416 |
- |
31.07% 735th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
53.82% 832nd/1546 |
- |
43.52% 1024th/2353 |
73.11% 1131st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
74.55% 2127th/2853 |
57.80% 1604th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
58.33% 3685th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Evert" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Evert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Evert" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.