Yvonne Self

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Yvonne Self — French
195K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Yvonne Self is a name that combines French origins. The first name Yvonne is a feminine given name of French origin. Yvonne is a feminine given name, the female form of Yvon, which is derived from the French name Yves and Yvette. It is from the French word iv, meaning "yew" (or tree). Since yew wood was used for bows, Ivo may have been an occupational name meaning "archer". Yvonne/Ivonne is also a Spanish girl name. This name first arrived in England with the Norman invasion, along with variations such as Yvette and male versions of the same name. It was reintroduced into English-speaking countries in the early 20th century. It is currently 173rd in the United States popular names list. The surname Self: Austin Wayne Self (born 1996), American racing driver Bill Self (born 1962), American college basketball coach at the University of Kansas David Self (born 1970), American screenwriter David Self, a colorist for comics such as WildStorm's Red Deanna Self, American politician Doris Self (1925–2006), American video game competitor Jeffery Self (born 1987), American actor, writer, and comedian Jim Self (1943–2025), American tubist and composer Keith Self (born 1953), American politician Michael Self (born 1990), American racing driver Will Self (born 1961), English novelist William Edwin Self (19. Yvonne is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 195K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Yvonne reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Yvonne

French

Yvonne is a feminine given name, the female form of Yvon, which is derived from the French name Yves and Yvette. It is from the French word iv, meaning "yew" (or tree). Since yew wood was used for bows, Ivo may have been an occupational name meaning "archer". Yvonne/Ivonne is also a Spanish girl name. This name first arrived in England with the Norman invasion, along with variations such as Yvette and male versions of the same name. It was reintroduced into English-speaking countries in the early 20th century. It is currently 173rd in the United States popular names list.

Surname: Self

English

Austin Wayne Self (born 1996), American racing driver Bill Self (born 1962), American college basketball coach at the University of Kansas David Self (born 1970), American screenwriter David Self, a colorist for comics such as WildStorm's Red Deanna Self, American politician Doris Self (1925–2006), American video game competitor Jeffery Self (born 1987), American actor, writer, and comedian Jim Self (1943–2025), American tubist and composer Keith Self (born 1953), American politician Michael Self (born 1990), American racing driver Will Self (born 1961), English novelist William Edwin Self (19.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Yvonne is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Yvonne by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Yvonne Self

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Yvonne Self:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Yvonne?
The first name Yvonne originates from French. Yvonne is a feminine given name, the female form of Yvon, which is derived from the French name Yves and Yvette. It is from the French word iv, meaning "yew" (or tree). Since yew wood was used for bows, Ivo may have been an occupational name meaning "archer". Yvonne/Ivonne is also a Spanish girl name. This name first arrived in England with the Norman invasion, along with variations such as Yvette and male versions of the same name. It was reintroduced into English-speaking countries in the early 20th century. It is currently 173rd in the United States popular names list.
When was Yvonne most popular?
The name Yvonne reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Self?
The surname Self originates from English. Austin Wayne Self (born 1996), American racing driver Bill Self (born 1962), American college basketball coach at the University of Kansas David Self (born 1970), American screenwriter David Self, a colorist for comics such as WildStorm's Red Deanna Self, American politician Doris Self (1925–2006), American video game competitor Jeffery Self (born 1987), American actor, writer, and comedian Jim Self (1943–2025), American tubist and composer Keith Self (born 1953), American politician Michael Self (born 1990), American racing driver Will Self (born 1961), English novelist William Edwin Self (19.
What are the origins of the name Yvonne Self?
The name Yvonne Self combines two different traditions: the first name Yvonne has French roots, while the surname Self originates from English.
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