Yvette
/ih-VEHT/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Yvette is a English name meaning "Yew". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, BE. Yvette is generally considered to be of French origin and a feminine diminutive of Yves. Yves is thought to be derived from the Germanic element *iv, possibly related to "yew."
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic ih-VEHT
IPA ˌɪˈvɛt
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ih-VEHT. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Yvette
- · Yvette Nicole Brown - Actress
- · Yvette Cooper - British Politician
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