MallowbyNames

Evett

EV-it · Possibly a diminutive of Eve, meaning 'life'

Peak popularity
1974
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Evett since 1956

Babies named Evett per year in U.S. Social Security records.

613191960198020002020Most births 1974Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1950s22
1960s91
1970s102
1980s40
1990s30
2000s24
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Evett is an exceedingly rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1956. Despite never entering the top 1,000, it has seen consistent but minimal use, with a notable peak in 1974. Its trajectory remains stable, indicating small but recurring usage. The name is likely a modern variant of Evette or Evelyn, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name. Its rarity means it is not associated with any specific state or cultural enclave, making it a truly unique choice.

Evett is likely a variant of Evette, a feminine diminutive of Eve, which derives from the Hebrew name Chavvah, meaning 'life' or 'living'. Evett emerged in the mid-20th century as a modern coinage, possibly influenced by surnames or as a contraction of Evelyn. It has seen sporadic use since the 1950s, with a slight peak in the 1970s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Evie, Evi

Variants: Evette, Evet, Evettte

Sibling names for Evett

Names that share Evett's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Evelyn, Elise, Maeve, Nora, Claire

Brothers: Evan, Owen, Ethan, Henry, Luke

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Evett mean?
Evett is likely a diminutive of Eve, meaning 'life' or 'living'.
How popular is the name Evett?
Evett is extremely rare; it has never ranked in the top 1,000 names. It saw its peak usage in 1974, but still very few babies were given the name that year.
Is Evett a boy or girl name?
Evett is predominantly used as a girl's name, though it is sometimes used for boys.