Yvonne
Yvonne is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Yew, archer, or wood of the yew tree.
Origin and history
Yvonne is traditionally a feminine French name derived from the Germanic root *iwaz*, meaning yew or archer. Though overwhelmingly used for females in the U.S., historical SSA records show rare usage for males, likely due to French cultural influences or familial naming traditions. It was most popular in the United States during the mid-20th century.
Popularity in the United States
619 babies in the United States have been named Yvonne since 1880. It ranks #4057 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (68.8 %)
- NY (31.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 29 |
| 1930-1940 | 112 |
| 1940-1950 | 89 |
| 1950-1960 | 106 |
| 1960-1970 | 133 |
| 1970-1980 | 83 |
| 1980-1990 | 62 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Vonnie, Eve
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the Germanic word for the yew tree, traditionally used to craft longbows.
- While predominantly used for females, historical U.S. records document a small number of male births named Yvonne.