Yves

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Yves means "yew", which is a type of tree that is associated with endurance and strength. It can also be interpreted as "archer"
Pronunciation
EEV
The name Yves is pronounced "eev"
Popularity
The popularity of Yves varies by country. In France, it is a relatively common name and ranks within the top 200. It is less popular in other parts of the world, but still has a strong following among parents looking for a unique and sophisticated name for their baby boy.

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Yves Name meanings & History

The name Yves is of French origin. Yves means "yew", which is a type of tree that is associated with endurance and strength. It can also be interpreted as "archer". Medieval French form of Ivo 1. This was the name of two French saints: an 11th-century bishop of Chartres and a 13th-century parish priest and lawyer, also known as Ivo of Kermartin, the patron saint of Brittany. Yves is most commonly used as a first name for boys

Zodiac Sign of Yves: Yin/Yang Capricorn

Synonyms of Yves:

Y: Yin/Yang,Yen/money,Youth-giving

V: Vivacious,Vexing,Variety,Versatility

E: Enlighten,Expressive,Environment,Entertain,Exaggerate,Enliven

S: Sensuality,Security,Solidity,Status,Success,Sex,Social Standing

Yves is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Upper name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Yves include Yves Saint Laurent, a French fashion designer, and Yves Klein, a French artist known for his work with monochromatic blue color.

2.) Yves (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: Yew


3.) Yves (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: (French) a form of Ivar, Ives.

Other Forms: Yvens, Yyves


4.) YVES (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: Popular name of Germanic origin, Yves is derived from the element iv (yew, the type of wood used in bow making). (EEV)


5.) Yves (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: (French) honest; handsome

Other Forms: Eve, Ives


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