US Popularity Rank: 3322

Origin: French

Meaning: yew

Yvette is a French girl’s name with a subtly urbane and sophisticated sound. The female variant of Yves, Yvette means “yew,” making it a great choice if you want to give baby a meaningful plant name. Yews are slow-growing evergreen trees that are known for their durability and long lives. Traditionally, they were used to make longbows. With a name like Yvette, baby can leave a long-lasting impression.