Evers

Evers is a surname of Dutch origin. It is commonly treated as a patronymic derived from the given name Evert, a form of Everard, with the suffix -s indicating "son of" or "descendant of." The name spread with Dutch migration and can be found among Dutch and German-speaking populations, as well as in the United States and other countries influenced by Dutch or German emigration.

Notable individuals with the surname include Johnny Evers (1879–1947), an American professional baseball second baseman who was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Evers is remembered for his role with the Chicago Cubs in the early 20th century, contributing to the enduring memory of the double-play combination associated with the era, sometimes described by the phrase "Tinker to Evers to Chance."

Beyond Johnny Evers, bearers of the name appear in various professions, reflecting its broad geographic distribution. The surname is widely dispersed and is typically encountered in historical records, genealogies, and contemporary contexts without implying any single lineage.

The spelling and distribution of Evers have varied over time and across regions, and researchers may encounter different forms depending on language, immigration, and archival practices.