Holding steady.
Popularity of Eyvette since 1956
Babies named Eyvette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 31 |
| 1960s | 127 |
| 1970s | 44 |
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Eyvette first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1956, riding the wave of French-inspired names that gained prominence in mid-century America. Its peak came in 1967, likely influenced by the fashionable sound of similar 'ette' endings. Although the name has never ranked in the top 1000, its trajectory has remained stable, with sporadic use in the decades since. The spelling with 'Ey' distinguishes it from the more traditional Yvette, offering a subtle modern twist on a classic French name.
Eyvette appears to be a modern respelling of Yvette, the French feminine diminutive of Yves, which derives from the Germanic element 'iv' meaning 'yew'. Yew wood was historically used for making bows, giving the name an association with archery. The variant with 'Ey-' emerged in the mid-20th century, possibly influenced by names like Evelyn or by phonetic spelling preferences.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Evie, Vette, Evy
Sibling names for Eyvette
Names that share Eyvette's style, for a brother or sister.
