Rising since 2000, #1,919 for boys today.
Popularity of Everson since 1920
Babies named Everson per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 77 |
| 1990s | 19 |
| 2000s | 71 |
| 2010s | 254 |
| 2020s | 409 |
Meaning & origin
Everson is a modern English surname-turned-first-name that has seen a steady rise in popularity since the 2000s. First recorded as a given name in 1920, it was rarely used for decades before climbing the charts, reaching its peak year in 2024 with a rank of 1,919. It is currently given to about 1 in 21,087 boys in the United States. While the name is most common in Minnesota, Arizona, and Washington, its trajectory suggests continued growth. Everson fits a recent trend of using surnames as first names, blending a sense of tradition with a fresh, accessible sound.
Everson is an English patronymic surname turned given name, meaning 'son of Everton' or 'son of Evard'. The surname likely derives from the place name Everton, which in turn comes from the Old English personal name 'Eofor' (boar) and 'tun' (enclosure, settlement). As a first name, Everson has been used sporadically since the early 20th century, with a notable increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Where Everson is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eve, Sonny
Variants: Evertson, Eversen
Sibling names for Everson
Names that share Everson's style, for a brother or sister.
