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Everett Boy

Popularity: #84 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationEV-er-ett / ˈɛvərɪt

English; Old French

Meaning

English: brave as a wild boar; Old French: strong boar

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Everett has its roots in the Old English name "Eoforheard," which is composed of the elements "eofor," meaning "boar," and "heard," meaning "brave" or "hardy." This name evolved over time, with variations appearing in different forms and languages. The transition into the modern form "Everett" can be traced through Middle English, where it was influenced by the Norman French name "Everard," which also carries the same meaning of "brave as a wild boar." The name was adopted into English usage after the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, which introduced many Norman names into the English lexicon.

Historically, the name Everett has been associated with notable figures, particularly in the 19th century. One prominent bearer was Edward Everett, an American orator and politician who served as the Governor of Massachusetts and was a key figure in the development of American education and public speaking. His prominence during the mid-1800s helped to solidify the name's presence in American culture. Additionally, the name has been borne by various saints and historical figures throughout the centuries, contributing to its enduring legacy.

Culturally, the name Everett has often been linked to themes of strength and bravery, resonating with the original meanings of its components. This connection to valor has made it a name that carries a sense of dignity and respect. The name has also seen variations and diminutives, such as "Eddie" or "Rhett," which have been used in different contexts, although the primary form "Everett" remains the most recognized. Overall, the name's historical significance and etymological roots reflect a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural evolution.

Trend Summary

Everett has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Everard
  • Evert

International Variants

  • Evert (Dutch)
  • Everardo (Spanish)
  • Évariste (French)

Famous people named Everett

Everett McGill is an actor best known for Twin Peaks, The People Under the Stairs, and Dune.

Fictional characters named Everett

Everett McGill is a fictional character from the film O Brother, Where Art Thou?. He is a charming and cunning escaped convict who seeks to find a hidden treasure while navigating the challenges of the Great Depression.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Everett was first seen in the United States in 1880. Everett has ranked as high as #134 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Texas, Ohio, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Everett has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Everett (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 332
9%
CA 271
7%
OH 183
5%
FL 152
4%
PA 151
4%
NC 146
4%
MI 142
4%
VA 138
4%
IN 136
4%
TN 134
4%
NY 133
4%
IL 127
3%
GA 124
3%
MN 116
3%
MO 108
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
1880110
1881111
1882139
1883143
1884134
1885128
1886150
1887140
1888156
1889163
1890163
1891174
1892176
1893160
1894226
1895207
1896224
1897179
1898212
1899181
1900237
1901218
1902238
1903204
1904229
1905270
1906291
1907302
1908294
1909314
1910382
1911384
1912806
1913948
19141,336
19151,731
19161,764
19171,734
19181,891
19191,772
19201,827
19211,913
19221,798
19231,745
19241,696
19251,617
19261,569
19271,570
19281,427
19291,309
19301,326
19311,229
19321,205
19331,128
19341,068
19351,071
1936976
1937976
1938999
1939977
1940927
1941989
19421,057
19431,002
1944964
1945828
1946935
1947897
1948880
1949835
1950749
1951768
1952749
1953745
1954761
1955713
1956693
1957728
1958673
1959692
1960630
1961691
1962651
1963702
1964698
1965654
1966557
1967542
1968497
1969467
1970453
1971443
1972425
1973382
1974345
1975350
1976320
1977311
1978301
1979318
1980336
1981341
1982328
1983295
1984298
1985293
1986282
1987302
1988322
1989322
1990331
1991296
1992299
1993302
1994286
1995258
1996282
1997297
1998333
1999337
2000340
2001330
2002354
2003387
2004440
2005455
2006600
2007804
2008803
2009997
20101,178
20111,343
20121,740
20132,148
20142,538
20153,050
20163,513
20173,780
20184,029
20194,082
20204,013
20214,250
20224,139
20233,826
20243,947