Find out how popular the first name Yvonnie has been for the last 2 years (from 1974 to 1975) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yvonnie by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Yvonnie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1975, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yvonnie.

The history of the first name Yvonnie

The name Yvonnie is a feminine given name that originated from the French language. It is a variant of the name Yvonne, which is derived from the Germanic name Ivo or Iwo, meaning "yew" or "archer". The name was likely introduced to France during the Germanic invasions in the Middle Ages.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Yvonnie can be found in the medieval French epic poem "The Song of Roland", written in the late 11th century. In this work, the name appears as a minor character, suggesting its usage at that time. The name may have also been mentioned in other early French literature or religious texts from that era.

During the 12th and 13th centuries, the name Yvonnie gained popularity among the French nobility. One notable figure from this period was Yvonnie de Beaumont, a French noblewoman who lived in the late 12th century and was known for her involvement in the Crusades.

In the 14th century, Yvonnie was the name of a French nun and mystic who lived in the region of Normandy. She is said to have experienced religious visions and gained a small following during her lifetime.

The Renaissance period saw the name Yvonnie appear in several literary works, including a play by the French dramatist Pierre Corneille in the 17th century. The play featured a character named Yvonnie, which helped to further popularize the name.

Another notable figure with the name Yvonnie was Yvonnie de Montfort, a French noblewoman who lived in the 16th century and was known for her political influence during the Wars of Religion in France.

As the name spread across Europe, it gained variants in other languages, such as Yvonne in English and Ivonne in Spanish. Despite its French origins, the name Yvonnie has been used by individuals of various cultural backgrounds throughout history.

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