Evert
Evert is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Brave boar or strong as a wild boar.
Origin and history
Evert is a Dutch and Low German form of the name Everard, derived from Germanic elements meaning brave boar. It has been used in the United States since the late nineteenth century as a rare masculine name. Today it remains an uncommon choice with a distinct, classic European feel.
Popularity in the United States
3,316 babies in the United States have been named Evert since 1880. It ranks #2231 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1884.
States where it is most popular
- OK (18.7 %)
- KY (13.4 %)
- MO (11.2 %)
- WV (9.5 %)
- IL (8.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 111 |
| 1890-1900 | 106 |
| 1900-1910 | 124 |
| 1910-1920 | 557 |
| 1920-1930 | 804 |
| 1930-1940 | 497 |
| 1940-1950 | 300 |
| 1950-1960 | 191 |
| 1960-1970 | 134 |
| 1970-1980 | 95 |
| 1980-1990 | 92 |
| 1990-2000 | 81 |
| 2000-2010 | 93 |
| 2010-2019 | 88 |
| 2020-2029 | 43 |
Famous people named Evert
- Evert van Aelst: Painter, Artist
- Evert Tennis: Athlete, Baseball Player
Fun facts
- Evert is the primary Dutch equivalent of the English name Everard and the German name Eberhard.
- Over 3,300 boys in the United States have been given the name Evert since 1880, maintaining low but steady usage over time.