Yvette

Yvette is a feminine given name of French origin. It is the feminine form of Yves and is widely used in France and other Francophone areas, as well as in some English-speaking countries and communities.

Etymology: Yves comes from a Germanic name Ivo, associated with the yew tree. Yvette inherits that root and carries similar associations. The name rose in popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in France.

Notable people with the name include Yvette Mimieux (1942–2022), an American actress, and Yvette Nicole Brown (born 1971), an American actress and comedian.

Geography: The Yvette is a river in the Île-de-France region of northern France. It is a left tributary of the Orge and runs through communities such as Gif-sur-Yvette, Orsay, and Palaiseau.