"brave boar"
Origin: Old English (from Everard)
Language: English
Everett
Pronunciation: [ EHV-er-uht ]
Boy Name
#85 Most Popular
Rising
3 Syllables
Vintage strength with a gentleman's timeless appeal
English
American
Vintage
Strong
Classic
Literary
Sophisticated
Meaning & Origin
"strong as a boar"
Origin: Germanic (eber + hart)
Language: English
"brave as a wild boar"
Origin: Old German via English
Language: English
"strong and brave"
Origin: Old German Eberhard
Language: German
The Story of Everett
Everett is an English surname derived from the Old German 'Eberhard,' meaning 'brave and strong as a wild boar' (from 'eber' meaning wild boar and 'hard' meaning brave/strong). It came to England through the Norman conquest and evolved into Everard and then Everett. As a surname that became a first name, it follows a long English tradition of occupational and toponymic names crossing over.
Everett has risen steadily in the United States since the mid-2000s, appealing to parents who love the vintage-gentleman aesthetic. It entered the US Top 100 around 2015 and has remained there. The name benefits from the 'Rhett' nickname and its association with dignified, slightly old-fashioned American naming.
Senator Everett Dirksen and President's economic advisor Everett from mid-century America gave the name a serious, political gravitas. Mount Everest is not etymologically related (it's named after George Everest the surveyor), but the accidental association gives the name a sense of scale and ambition.
Fun Facts
- The name Everett comes from 'Eberhard,' meaning 'brave as a wild boar' in Old German
- Everett is experiencing a significant revival — it nearly tripled in US usage between 2005 and 2020
- The nickname 'Rhett' from Everett gives it a Southern literary association with Gone with the Wind's Rhett Butler
Everett in Other Languages
Dutch
Everard
French
Éverard
German
Eberhard
Italian
Eberardo
Spanish
Everardo
Famous People Named Everett
R
Rupert Everett
Actor
1959
British actor known for My Best Friend's Wedding and The Importance of Being Earnest
C
Chad Everett
Actor
1937
American actor known for his role as Dr. Joe Gannon in the CBS series Medical Center
E
Everett Dirksen
Politician
1896
Influential US Senate Minority Leader from Illinois, known for his pivotal role in passing the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #85
- Total SSA Count
- 3,947
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ever
Rhett
Ev
Pairs Well With
Everett James
Everett Cole
Everett August
Everett Gray
Everett William
Everett Thomas
Everett Dean
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Everett is also used as a girl name, ranked #2610.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Everett
What does the name Everett mean?
"brave boar" (from Old English (from Everard)). "strong as a boar" (from Germanic (eber + hart)). "brave as a wild boar" (from Old German via English). "strong and brave" (from Old German Eberhard). Everett is an English surname derived from the Old German 'Eberhard,' meaning 'brave and strong as a wild boar' (from 'eber' meaning wild boar and 'hard' meaning brave/strong). It came to England through the Norman conquest and evolved into Everard and then Everett. As a surname that became a first name, it follows a long English tradition of occupational and toponymic names crossing over.
What is the origin of the name Everett?
Everett has Old English (from Everard), Germanic (eber + hart), Old German via English, Old German Eberhard, English, and American origins. In Old English (from Everard), it means "brave boar". In Germanic (eber + hart), it means "strong as a boar". In Old German via English, it means "brave as a wild boar". In Old German Eberhard, it means "strong and brave".
Is Everett a boy or girl name?
Everett is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #85. As a girl name, it is ranked #2610. Everett is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Everett?
Everett is pronounced EHV-er-uht.
How popular is the name Everett?
Everett is currently ranked #85 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Everett?
Common nicknames for Everett include Ever, Rhett, and Ev.
What are good middle names for Everett?
Popular middle name pairings include Everett James, Everett Cole, Everett August, Everett Gray, Everett William, Everett Thomas, and Everett Dean.
What are good sibling names for Everett?
Names that pair well with Everett as siblings include Bennett, Elliott, Emmett, Clara, Violet, Adelaide, and Miles.
How many syllables does Everett have?
Everett has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Everett a common or rare name?
Everett is a very popular name, ranked #85 among boy names in the United States.
About the Name Everett
Everett is a boy name with English and American origins . The name means "brave boar" in Old English (from Everard) .
Is Everett a boy or girl name? Everett is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #85 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,610. Everett is more commonly used as a boy name.
Everett is currently ranked #85 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Everett has 3 syllables and is pronounced EHV-er-uht, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Everett include Ever, Rhett, and Ev. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Everett include Everest, Ever, Everette, Everson, Everardo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.