"from the boar meadow"
Origin: Old English (eofor + leah)
Language: English
Everly
Pronunciation: [ EHV-erl-ee ]
Girl Name
#81 Most Popular
Rising
3 Syllables
Modern, musical, and impossibly stylish
English
American
Modern
Trendy
Whimsical
Unique
Bold
Meaning & Origin
"from Ever's meadow"
Origin: Old English surname
Language: English
"from the boar meadow"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
"ever clearing; eternal meadow"
Origin: Old English eofor + leah
Language: English
The Story of Everly
Everly is an anglicized variant of the Old English place name and surname Everleigh, from 'eofor' (boar) and 'leah' (wood, clearing, meadow). As a surname, it was borne by families from places of that name in England. Its use as a girl's given name is a modern American phenomenon, emerging as part of the surname-as-first-name trend.
Everly leapt into the US Top 100 around 2015 and has continued climbing. Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan naming their daughter Everly in 2013 sparked huge interest in the name. The Everly Brothers, the influential 1950s-60s duo, also lend the name a musical heritage.
The Everly Brothers (Don and Phil Everly) were foundational to American rock and roll, country, and pop harmony — making the name carry a musical legacy. As a given name, Everly represents the modern trend of converting surnames and place names into stylish first names for girls.
Fun Facts
- Everly jumped into the spotlight when Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan chose it for their daughter in 2013
- The Everly Brothers (Don and Phil) were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986
- Everly is among the fastest-rising girl names in the US over the past decade
Everly in Other Languages
French
Everly
German
Everly
Spanish
Everly
Japanese
エバリー
Famous People Named Everly
E
Everly Tatum
Other
2013
Daughter of actors Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan, whose name sparked a national baby name trend
P
Phil Everly
Musician
1939
Half of the Everly Brothers duo, whose close harmonies influenced The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, and generations of mus...
Half of the Everly Brothers duo, whose close harmonies influenced The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, and generations of musicians
D
Don Everly
Musician
1937
American musician and one half of The Everly Brothers who pioneered rock and roll harmonies
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #81
- Total SSA Count
- 3,008
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ever
Evie
Pairs Well With
Everly Rose
Everly Grace
Everly James
Everly Kate
Everly June
Everly Skye
Everly Blair
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Everly is also used as a boy name, ranked #34348.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Everly
What does the name Everly mean?
"from the boar meadow" (from Old English (eofor + leah)). "from Ever's meadow" (from Old English surname). "from the boar meadow" (from Old English). "ever clearing; eternal meadow" (from Old English eofor + leah). Everly is an anglicized variant of the Old English place name and surname Everleigh, from 'eofor' (boar) and 'leah' (wood, clearing, meadow). As a surname, it was borne by families from places of that name in England. Its use as a girl's given name is a modern American phenomenon, emerging as part of the surname-as-first-name trend.
What is the origin of the name Everly?
Everly has Old English (eofor + leah), Old English surname, Old English, Old English eofor + leah, English, and American origins. In Old English (eofor + leah), it means "from the boar meadow". In Old English surname, it means "from Ever's meadow". In Old English, it means "from the boar meadow". In Old English eofor + leah, it means "ever clearing; eternal meadow".
Is Everly a boy or girl name?
Everly is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #81. As a boy name, it is ranked #34348. Everly is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Everly?
Everly is pronounced EHV-erl-ee.
How popular is the name Everly?
Everly is currently ranked #81 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Everly?
Common nicknames for Everly include Ever and Evie.
What are good middle names for Everly?
Popular middle name pairings include Everly Rose, Everly Grace, Everly James, Everly Kate, Everly June, Everly Skye, and Everly Blair.
What are good sibling names for Everly?
Names that pair well with Everly as siblings include Harper, Presley, Emerson, Beckett, Hadley, Wren, and Baylor.
How many syllables does Everly have?
Everly has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Everly a common or rare name?
Everly is a very popular name, ranked #81 among girl names in the United States.
About the Name Everly
Everly is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "from the boar meadow" in Old English (eofor + leah) .
Is Everly a boy or girl name? Everly is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #81 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #34,348. Everly is more commonly used as a girl name.
Everly is currently ranked #81 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Everly has 3 syllables and is pronounced EHV-erl-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Everly include Ever and Evie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Everly include Everleigh, Everlee, Everley, Ever, Everlynn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.