Brave as a wild boar
Evert is a Dutch and Low German form of Everard. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'ebur' (wild boar) and 'hard' (brave, hardy, or strong). Historically, the boar was a symbol of strength and courage in Germanic cultures.
Less common today
Evert isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,481 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned Swedish singer-songwriter and author
Dutch Golden Age still-life painter
Dutch water polo player and Olympic medalist
