Everett
Everett is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Brave as a wild boar.
Origin and history
Everett is derived from an English surname based on the Germanic personal name Eberhard. It combines roots meaning 'boar' and 'brave' or 'hardy'. The name has enjoyed a significant resurgence in the U.S. in recent years, becoming a popular choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
135,900 babies in the United States have been named Everett since 1880. It ranks #249 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #82.
States where it is most popular
- CA (6.8 %)
- TX (6.2 %)
- IL (5.3 %)
- OH (4.7 %)
- NY (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,374 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,902 |
| 1900-1910 | 2,597 |
| 1910-1920 | 12,748 |
| 1920-1930 | 16,471 |
| 1930-1940 | 10,955 |
| 1940-1950 | 9,314 |
| 1950-1960 | 7,271 |
| 1960-1970 | 6,089 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,648 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,119 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,020 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,510 |
| 2010-2019 | 27,404 |
| 2020-2029 | 24,478 |
Famous people named Everett
- Everett Dirksen: Politician, U.S. Senator
- Everett McGill: Actor
Nicknames
Ev, Rhett
Fun facts
- Everett originated as a surname derived from the given name Everard or Eberhard.
- While popular in the early 20th century, Everett has seen a major modern revival in the United States over the last two decades.