Yvette Girl
Origin(s)
French; Latin
Meaning
French: Yew tree; Latin: Archer
Historical & Cultural Background
Yvette is a feminine form of the name Yves, which is derived from the Old Breton name Iodoc, meaning 'yew'. The name gained popularity in France and has been used in various cultures since the Middle Ages. It became more widely recognized in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Yvette has been associated with elegance and sophistication in literature and the arts.
Trend Summary
Yvette has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yvette
- Yvetta
International Variants
- Ivette (Spanish)
- Yvette (French)
- Yvet (Dutch)
Famous people named Yvette
Yvette Mimieux was an American actress known for her roles in films during the 1960s.
Yvette Nicole Brown is an American actress and comedian recognized for her work on the television series 'Community'.
Yvette Cooper is a British politician who has served as a Member of Parliament and held various cabinet positions.
Yvette Fielding is a British television presenter and producer, known for her work on paranormal investigation shows.
Fictional characters named Yvette
Yvette is a character in the board game 'Clue', known for her role as a femme fatale.
Yvette is a character in the novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo' by Alexandre Dumas, serving as a love interest.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yvette was first seen in the United States in 1898. Yvette has ranked as high as #232 nationally which occurred in 1967 and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Yvette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yvette (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 20 | |
| TX | 18 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| NY | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 8 |
| 1906 | 14 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 14 |
| 1909 | 13 |
| 1910 | 17 |
| 1911 | 18 |
| 1912 | 40 |
| 1913 | 50 |
| 1914 | 55 |
| 1915 | 89 |
| 1916 | 79 |
| 1917 | 117 |
| 1918 | 120 |
| 1919 | 115 |
| 1920 | 122 |
| 1921 | 124 |
| 1922 | 141 |
| 1923 | 151 |
| 1924 | 155 |
| 1925 | 160 |
| 1926 | 126 |
| 1927 | 160 |
| 1928 | 156 |
| 1929 | 131 |
| 1930 | 126 |
| 1931 | 107 |
| 1932 | 101 |
| 1933 | 105 |
| 1934 | 89 |
| 1935 | 83 |
| 1936 | 80 |
| 1937 | 73 |
| 1938 | 86 |
| 1939 | 94 |
| 1940 | 119 |
| 1941 | 190 |
| 1942 | 156 |
| 1943 | 151 |
| 1944 | 119 |
| 1945 | 165 |
| 1946 | 154 |
| 1947 | 231 |
| 1948 | 233 |
| 1949 | 221 |
| 1950 | 317 |
| 1951 | 338 |
| 1952 | 402 |
| 1953 | 470 |
| 1954 | 502 |
| 1955 | 563 |
| 1956 | 868 |
| 1957 | 794 |
| 1958 | 824 |
| 1959 | 1,036 |
| 1960 | 1,425 |
| 1961 | 1,849 |
| 1962 | 1,925 |
| 1963 | 2,284 |
| 1964 | 2,552 |
| 1965 | 2,465 |
| 1966 | 2,472 |
| 1967 | 2,743 |
| 1968 | 2,211 |
| 1969 | 2,161 |
| 1970 | 2,052 |
| 1971 | 1,771 |
| 1972 | 1,529 |
| 1973 | 1,267 |
| 1974 | 1,150 |
| 1975 | 1,018 |
| 1976 | 1,002 |
| 1977 | 949 |
| 1978 | 866 |
| 1979 | 864 |
| 1980 | 874 |
| 1981 | 810 |
| 1982 | 866 |
| 1983 | 741 |
| 1984 | 708 |
| 1985 | 682 |
| 1986 | 749 |
| 1987 | 748 |
| 1988 | 791 |
| 1989 | 746 |
| 1990 | 739 |
| 1991 | 781 |
| 1992 | 759 |
| 1993 | 605 |
| 1994 | 543 |
| 1995 | 515 |
| 1996 | 475 |
| 1997 | 398 |
| 1998 | 382 |
| 1999 | 332 |
| 2000 | 407 |
| 2001 | 393 |
| 2002 | 344 |
| 2003 | 321 |
| 2004 | 324 |
| 2005 | 303 |
| 2006 | 295 |
| 2007 | 245 |
| 2008 | 231 |
| 2009 | 190 |
| 2010 | 191 |
| 2011 | 193 |
| 2012 | 154 |
| 2013 | 149 |
| 2014 | 162 |
| 2015 | 148 |
| 2016 | 115 |
| 2017 | 103 |
| 2018 | 122 |
| 2019 | 122 |
| 2020 | 116 |
| 2021 | 128 |
| 2022 | 126 |
| 2023 | 111 |
| 2024 | 129 |