Yvo

Yvo is a Dutch masculine given name derived from the Germanic element iw, meaning yew tree, a wood historically prized for making bows and associated with strength and longevity. It is a variant of the older form Ivo, which spread across medieval Europe through Frankish and Norman influence. Notable bearers include Saint Ivo of Kermartin, the patron saint of lawyers. Related forms include Ivo, Yves, and Yvon.