Everette is a unique and distinctive name of American origin. It is essentially a variant spelling of the more common Everett, which itself is derived from the English surname Everard. The surname Everard is believed to have originated from two possible sources: it could be derived from the Old German personal name Evarhard, which consists of the elements "ei" meaning "always" or "ever", and "hard" meaning "strong". Alternatively, it could also come from the Old French phrase "ever ardi", meaning "burning forever".
The name Everette is not as widely used as Everett, but it has its own charm and uniqueness. It is a strong, powerful name that suggests someone who is reliable, steady, and constant. The name has been used throughout American history, with notable figures such as Everette Lee DeGolyer, an American geologist and oil tycoon, and Everette Silas of the Missouri Compromise.
Overall, Everette is a compelling name choice for parents looking for something different yet meaningful. Its origins in strong, historic roots give it a sense of tradition, while its unique spelling makes it stand out from other names derived from Everett or Everard.
The name Everette has seen a significant increase in popularity over the past few decades in the United States. With only five births each year from 1918 to 1951, the name was quite rare during this period. However, starting from 2005, there has been a steady rise in the number of babies named Everette.
In 2005, there were five births with the name Everette, and this number remained consistent until 2009. Then, in 2011, there was a notable increase to six births. This upward trend continued, with 16 births recorded in 2014, 25 births each year from 2015 to 2017, and reaching a peak of 44 births both in 2020 and 2021.
The popularity of the name Everette has shown no signs of waning in recent years. In fact, it has continued to rise, with 36 births recorded in 2019, followed by another peak of 44 births in 2020 and 2021. Despite a slight decrease to 31 births in 2022 and 28 births in 2023, the name Everette remains popular among parents in the United States.
In total, there have been 402 recorded births with the name Everette from 1918 to 2023. This steady increase over time indicates that many families continue to choose this name for their newborns.