Girl
Yvette
yew tree
About Yvette
Distinctly sophisticated with a touch of European flair, Yvette brings an air of refinement and worldliness that sets it apart from more common choices. This name suggests someone cultured, elegant, and perhaps a bit mysterious—qualities that intrigue and fascinate. The French influence adds continental charm without requiring French heritage to feel appropriate. Yvette has remained relatively uncommon in recent years, offering uniqueness without venturing into unfamiliar territory. The name's pronunciation, once mastered, flows beautifully and feels exotic to English speakers while remaining perfectly accessible. It carries a vintage quality that's currently experiencing renaissance as parents rediscover classic names their generation didn't hear growing up. Yvette works particularly well for families who appreciate international influence and sophisticated style. The name ages magnificently, sounding equally appropriate for a young girl and a distinguished woman, maintaining its elegance throughout all life stages.
Popularity of the Name Yvette
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | #794 | ||
| 1913 | #747 | ||
| 1914 | #787 | ||
| 1915 | #712 | ||
| 1916 | #774 | ||
| 1917 | #631 | ||
| 1918 | #645 | ||
| 1919 | #650 | ||
| 1920 | #658 | ||
| 1921 | #665 | ||
| 1922 | #621 | ||
| 1923 | #589 | ||
| 1924 | #597 | ||
| 1925 | #567 | ||
| 1926 | #643 | ||
| 1927 | #561 | ||
| 1928 | #566 | ||
| 1929 | #598 | ||
| 1930 | #618 | ||
| 1931 | #645 | ||
| 1932 | #675 | ||
| 1933 | #644 | ||
| 1934 | #708 | ||
| 1935 | #743 | ||
| 1936 | #756 | ||
| 1937 | #809 | ||
| 1938 | #748 | ||
| 1939 | #704 | ||
| 1940 | #644 | ||
| 1941 | #504 | ||
| 1942 | #597 | ||
| 1943 | #618 | ||
| 1944 | #689 | ||
| 1945 | #572 | ||
| 1946 | #639 | ||
| 1947 | #562 | ||
| 1948 | #539 | ||
| 1949 | #559 | ||
| 1950 | #454 | ||
| 1951 | #450 | ||
| 1952 | #429 | ||
| 1953 | #391 | ||
| 1954 | #383 | #274 | |
| 1955 | #369 | ||
| 1956 | #301 | ||
| 1957 | #323 | ||
| 1958 | #326 | ||
| 1959 | #276 | ||
| 1960 | #225 | ||
| 1961 | #196 | ||
| 1962 | #196 | ||
| 1963 | #170 | ||
| 1964 | #155 | #348 | |
| 1965 | #154 | #213 | #439 |
| 1966 | #143 | #176 | |
| 1967 | #125 | #186 | #455 |
| 1968 | #144 | #190 | |
| 1969 | #152 | #178 | #264 |
| 1970 | #162 | #208 | #395 |
| 1971 | #174 | #153 | #348 |
| 1972 | #189 | #175 | #258 |
| 1973 | #203 | #151 | #303 |
| 1974 | #224 | #196 | #373 |
| 1975 | #240 | #197 | #320 |
| 1976 | #237 | #252 | #428 |
| 1977 | #262 | #330 | #428 |
| 1978 | #268 | #236 | #347 |
| 1979 | #282 | #258 | #345 |
| 1980 | #283 | #160 | #351 |
| 1981 | #298 | #176 | #349 |
| 1982 | #282 | #229 | #423 |
| 1983 | #311 | #201 | #475 |
| 1984 | #328 | #316 | #458 |
| 1985 | #345 | #317 | #595 |
| 1986 | #320 | #310 | #421 |
| 1987 | #327 | #361 | |
| 1988 | #314 | #338 | #582 |
| 1989 | #341 | #310 | #581 |
| 1990 | #362 | #379 | |
| 1991 | #337 | #419 | #613 |
| 1992 | #342 | #426 | |
| 1993 | #412 | #600 | |
| 1994 | #466 | #598 | |
| 1995 | #483 | #634 | |
| 1996 | #504 | ||
| 1997 | #584 | ||
| 1998 | #621 | ||
| 1999 | #683 | ||
| 2000 | #622 | #662 | |
| 2001 | #643 | ||
| 2002 | #719 | #790 | |
| 2003 | #774 | ||
| 2004 | #788 | ||
| 2005 | #839 | #858 | |
| 2006 | #902 | #760 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Yvette
Names Similar to Yvette
Nicknames for Yvette
- Eve
- Vette
- Evie
- Yve
- Vivi
Famous People Named Yvette
| Yvette Nicole Brown | American actress |
| Yvette Fielding | British TV presenter |
| Yvette Mimieux | American actress |
| Yvette Vickers | American actress |
| Yvette Coppersmith | Australian artist |
| Yvette Freeman | American actress |
| Yvette Girouard | American softball coach |
| Yvette Wilson | American actress |
| Yvette McGee Brown | American lawyer |
| Yvette Cooper | British politician |
| Yvette Herrell | American politician |
| Yvette Williams | New Zealand athlete |
| Yvette Brind'Amour | Canadian figure skater |
| Yvette Duguay | Canadian actress |
| Yvette Cormier | American beauty queen |
| Yvette Clarke | American singer-songwriter |
| Yvette McCullar | American basketball player |
| Yvette Theraulaz | French biologist |
| Yvette McCaskill | American boxer |
Characters Named Yvette
| Yvette Marceau | from Agatha Christie's "Murder on the Orient Express" |
| Yvette the Maid | from the movie and board game "Clue" |
| Yvette Sanvien | from the novel "The Tale of Genji" by Murasaki Shikibu |
| Yvette Pritchard | from the movie "Batman Returns" |
| Yvette Labrousse | from the movie "Moonraker" |
| Yvette Renault | from the movie "Running on Empty" |
| Yvette Delacroix | from the TV series "Days of Our Lives" |
| Yvette Vickers | from the movie "Attack of the 50 Foot Woman" |
| Yvette Henderson | from the TV series "The Parkers" |
| Yvette Jendoubi | from the movie "Black Widow" |