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Everhett
Pronounced EHV-uh-riht /ˈɛv.ə.ɹɪt/Medium
Meaning: Brave boarMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Everhett carries the meaning 'brave boar,' an image of fierce courage drawn from older Germanic naming. It sits beside the more standard spellings Everette and Everitt, sharing their sound while doubling letters of its own.
The familiar Everett, worn by the actors Everett Sloane and Everett McGill, gives a sense of the name's steady, classic feel.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Everett Sloane (1909–1965)Male public figure listed on Behind the Name.
- ★Everett McGill (1945–present)Male public figure listed on Behind the Name.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Everhett mean?
Everhett is usually explained as meaning 'brave boar' and is most often linked with English tradition.
How do you pronounce Everhett?
It's commonly said EHV-uh-riht /ˈɛv.ə.ɹɪt/.
Is Everhett a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Everhett is used as a boy name.
How popular is Everhett?
In 2024, Everhett ranked #2751 in the U.S. for boys, with 47 births recorded.













