Yvette
How to say it: ih-VET · /ɪˈvɛt/
French feminine diminutive of Yves; from Germanic 'iv', meaning yew tree, a tree associated with longevity and archery.
Yvette was the 843rd most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 128 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 1960s, its births are steady over ten years, and it is projected to rise to #828 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #843 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 128 |
| Share of births | 1 in 12,233 |
| Peak decade | 1960s |
| Change over 10 years | +2% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #828 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
After its high in the 1960s, Yvette has grown rarer and now sits far below that peak. A small lift is anticipated ahead.
What goes with it
Crisp consonants with a breathy finish create a polished sound. Giselle pairs nicely alongside it.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Yvette is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, French, German.
Famous people named Yvette
- Yvette Cooper (born 1969)British politician
- Yvette Nicole Brown (born 1971)American actress
- Yvette Guilbert (1865–1944)French cabaret singer
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