Everett is of English origin and means "brave boar". This name was popular among Puritans in the 17th century, and it has since been used occasionally in the United States. The name Everett has also been associated with notable figures such as Everett Smith, an American astronomer known for his work on variable stars, and Everett Dirksen, a prominent Republican politician from Illinois during the mid-20th century.
The name Evertt experienced significant fluctuations over the years with a notable peak during World War I, and then a gradual decline until recent times where it has become quite rare again.