Yvette

Yvette is a French feminine diminutive of Yvonne, itself derived from the Old French and Germanic element iv, meaning yew. The yew tree was prized in medieval Europe for its hard wood, used especially in the crafting of bows, giving the name an association with strength and utility. The name has been widely used in French-speaking countries and spread to the English-speaking world during the twentieth century. Related forms include Yvonne, Yves, and Ivo.