Yvonne
Yvonne is a French feminine name derived from the Germanic name Ivo, meaning "yew tree." The yew tree symbolizes strength, longevity, and resilience in European tradition.
Current Popularity
#2318 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •May require pronunciation guidance (ee-VON) for those unfamiliar with French names
- •Classic French name with vintage charm experiencing renewed interest
- •The 'Y' beginning makes it alphabetically distinctive
- •Easy to spell once pronunciation is understood
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Famous People
Yvonne De Carlo
Actress (The Munsters)
Yvonne Strahovski
Australian actress
Yvonne Orji
Actress and comedian
Yvonne Chouteau
Prima ballerina
Statistics
156,028
Total births since 1880
1953
Peak year
Discovery
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