Evonne
Evonne is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Yew wood or archer, derived from the Germanic root 'iv'.
Origin and history
Evonne is a variant of Yvonne, which derives from a Germanic root associated with the yew tree. Historically used in English-speaking countries as a French-inspired given name, it saw moderate popularity in the mid-20th century in the U.S. In recent years, it has become a relatively rare choice for newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
5,057 babies in the United States have been named Evonne since 1880. It ranks #2447 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2050.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.1 %)
- TX (11.6 %)
- NY (9.2 %)
- MN (7.1 %)
- OH (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 33 |
| 1920-1930 | 172 |
| 1930-1940 | 488 |
| 1940-1950 | 681 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,011 |
| 1960-1970 | 888 |
| 1970-1980 | 705 |
| 1980-1990 | 453 |
| 1990-2000 | 263 |
| 2000-2010 | 183 |
| 2010-2019 | 129 |
| 2020-2029 | 51 |
Famous people named Evonne
- Evonne Goolagong Cawley: Tennis Player, Athlete
Nicknames
Evie, Eve, Bonnie
Fun facts
- Evonne evolved as an alternative phonetic spelling of the traditional French name Yvonne.
- The ancient Germanic root refers to the yew tree, wood historically prized for making longbows.