Everett: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced EV-uh-rit · 3 syllables
Everett means “brave as a wild boar”, from English and Germanic.
From Dutch Everaert or Everardt (late 16th C.), from Middle Dutch Everarde. Doublet of Everard.
- Meaning
- brave as a wild boar
- Origin
- English, Germanic
- Pronunciation
- EV-uh-rit
- US rank (2025)
- #77
- US babies a year
- about 4,165 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising, Classic
How popular is Everett?
Everett was the #77 name in the US in 2025, given to 4,366 babies. It’s rising: up 90% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #77 |
| Canada | #135 |
| Australia | #600 |
How old are people named Everett?
Half of US adults named Everett are older than 60; most are between 19 and 88. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Everett
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
On these lists
- Classic boy names
- Vintage boy names
- Comeback boy names
- Rising boy names
- Germanic boy names
- English boy names
Questions about Everett
What does the name Everett mean?
Everett means “brave as a wild boar”. It comes from English and Germanic.
How do you pronounce Everett?
Everett is pronounced EV-uh-rit.
How popular is the name Everett?
Everett was the #77 name in the US in 2025, given to 4,366 babies. It’s rising: up 90% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Everett?
Half of US adults named Everett are older than 60. Most are between 19 and 88.