Everett
e-vere-tt, ev(e)-rett
Popularity:
138
Origin:
German
Other Origin(s):
English,Gaelic,Irish
Meaning:
Wild boar; Strong as a boar; Brave; Granite
Give your brave little boy a name to match! Everett is an Anglicized surname-tuned-first name of Germanic origin. Derived from the surname Eberhard, this name's definition comes from the elements eber, meaning "boar," and hard, meaning "wild" or "strong." As such, Everett has come to mean "wild boar," "strong as a boar," or, more symbolically, "brave." Everett is a unique traditional name that is symbolic of strength and bravery, traits that will be sure to encourage a steadfastness in baby. Everett may also possibly be derived from the Gaelic and Irish surname Eibhearard, giving it an equally strong definition of "granite." Notable namesakes who share this powerful moniker include English actor Rupert Everett, American football player Gerald Everett, and even fictional American Girl doll Logan Everett.
Famous People Named Everett
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Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
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Clark EverettSon of Isaac Hanson
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Everett McGillActor
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Rupert EverettSinger