Ivette
Ivette is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Yew tree or archer's bow.
Origin and history
Ivette is a French variant of Yvette, derived from the Germanic element 'iv' meaning yew or bow wood. It has a steady history of usage in the United States, offering a classic French diminutive feel with a contemporary spelling. While never a top-tier chart-topper, it remains a recognized feminine name.
Popularity in the United States
11,175 babies in the United States have been named Ivette since 1880. It ranks #1533 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1599.
States where it is most popular
- NY (30.5 %)
- CA (29.4 %)
- TX (12.7 %)
- IL (8.1 %)
- FL (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 37 |
| 1950-1960 | 583 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,961 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,733 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,383 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,399 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,752 |
| 2010-2019 | 824 |
| 2020-2029 | 503 |
Famous people named Ivette
- Ivette Cordovez: Actress, TV Presenter
Nicknames
Ivy, Ivie
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the ancient yew tree, prized historically for crafting strong longbows.
- Ivette serves as a common Spanish and English spelling variant of the traditional French Yvette.