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Yvonne

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Pronounced ih-VON /ɪˈvɒn/High

Meaning: yew tree, symbolizing immortality and enduranceMedium

In 30 seconds: Yvonne is a French name of Germanic origin meaning yew tree, the sacred tree of immortality. A classic mid-century name with Parisian elegance and strong roots in French and Norman culture.
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Origin HighFrench, Germanic
Meaningyew tree, symbolizing immortality and endurance
U.S. rank (2025)#2063 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births92 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1953
Total births (all-time)≈ 156,120

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 195318862025

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

Yvonne is the French feminine form of Yvon, from the Germanic Ivo meaning yew tree. The yew was sacred in Celtic and Germanic traditions as a symbol of immortality. The name spread through French culture and was brought to England by the Normans.

Yvonne was very popular in English-speaking countries from the 1920s through the 1970s. Singer Yvonne Elliman and actress Yvonne Craig (Batgirl) are among its famous bearers. It retains a chic Francophone elegance.

Did you know? The yew tree (Taxus baccata), root of Yvonne's meaning, can live for 5,000 years — making it the longest-lived organism in Europe. Ancient yews in English churchyards predate Christianity itself.
Overall data confidence 82%
Hanks & Hodges, Dictionary of First Names — reference for YvonneBehind the Name: Yvonne — name etymology reference

Variations

YvetteIvonneEvonne

Nicknames

VonnieVonYvy

Famous Bearers

  • ★Yvonne Elliman (1951–present)
    American singer and actress who had a US No. 1 hit with If I Can't Have You (1977) and originated Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar.

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Frequently Asked

What does Yvonne mean?

Yvonne means yew tree, from the Germanic Ivo. The yew was a sacred tree symbolizing immortality in Celtic and Germanic cultures.

How do you pronounce Yvonne?

Yvonne is pronounced ih-VON (/ɪˈvɒn/), with two syllables.

Is Yvonne a girl's name?

Yes, Yvonne is an exclusively feminine French name.

How popular is the name Yvonne?

Yvonne was very popular from the 1920s to the 1970s and retains a chic vintage elegance today.

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