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
#2063 for girls
in the United States (2025)
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
156,119
Total births since 1880
1953
Peak year
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