Evon
Evon is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Yew wood or archer; French feminine form related to Yvonne.
Origin and history
Evon is a variant of Yvonne or Evonne, rooted in the Germanic element for 'yew'. Historically used in the United States throughout the 20th century, it remains a rare alternative spelling today. It carries a classic, vintage feel with a modern, streamlined spelling.
Popularity in the United States
3,732 babies in the United States have been named Evon since 1880. It ranks #2886 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2079.
States where it is most popular
- NC (17.5 %)
- CA (10.7 %)
- MS (10.6 %)
- TX (8.7 %)
- GA (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 20 |
| 1910-1920 | 95 |
| 1920-1930 | 330 |
| 1930-1940 | 428 |
| 1940-1950 | 607 |
| 1950-1960 | 936 |
| 1960-1970 | 575 |
| 1970-1980 | 283 |
| 1980-1990 | 166 |
| 1990-2000 | 134 |
| 2000-2010 | 85 |
| 2010-2019 | 51 |
| 2020-2029 | 22 |
Fun facts
- Evon developed as a simplified English phonetic spelling of the traditional French name Yvonne.