Everton
Everton: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɛvətən/
Meaning and origin of Everton
Root meaning: “wild boar”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Old English eofor (“wild boar”) + tūn (“settlement”).
How popular is Everton?
Since 1880, 578 boys in the U.S. have been named Everton. Its highest rank for boys was #2787 in 1988. In 2025, 9 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Everton FAQ
What does the name Everton mean?
Everton traces back to a root meaning "wild boar". A male given name transferred from the surname. From Old English eofor (“wild boar”) + tūn (“settlement”).
What is the origin of the name Everton?
Everton is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Everton?
Since 1880, 578 boys in the U.S. have been named Everton. Its highest rank for boys was #2787 in 1988. In 2025, 9 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Everton a boy or girl name?
Everton is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 578 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.