Yvaine

“Evening star”

Scotland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7624US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

139All-time births

📅 Since 200800

What does Yvaine mean and where does it come from?

Yvaine is a Scottish name that has been gaining popularity due to its unique sound and celestial connection, specifically referring to the evening star, often linked with beauty and serenity. The name gained literary fame through Neil Gaiman's novel 'Stardust', where the character Yvaine embodies a

Cultural significance

Yvaine has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Scotland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of evening star.

Peak popularity

Reached #7644 in 2019 — currently #7624 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yvaine?

Yvaine works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yvaine Grace

How popular is Yvaine right now?

Rising fast — up 2731 spots — currently #7624 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#7624 · Top 5.6%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7624	15	▲ up 2731 · +50% births
2022	#10355	10	▼ down 2342 · -29% births
2021	#8013	14	▼ down 176
2020	#7837	14	▲ up 2899 · +40% births
2015	#10736	10	▲ up 1462 · +11% births
2010	#12198	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yvaine

Best Year2023Rank #7624

Peak Count15

Average Rank#9461

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Yvaine

Yvaine is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2008. With 139 total births recorded, Yvaine remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12198 in 2010 to #7624 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yvaine in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Yvaine by decade

Yvaine peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	21
2010s ★	104
2020s	14

💎Yvaine has only 139 total recorded births since 2008 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yvaine?

Common

YvaYvainYvainieYvainyIne

What names sound and feel like Yvaine?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yvaine also consider these

Evaine

American · Life, living one

Yacine

Arabic · rich, prosperous.

Mclaine

Scotland · Scottish Gaelic

Yanine

Spain · Grace

Valine

American · Strong, healthy

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Yvaine

What does the name Yvaine mean?

Yvaine means "Evening star" — a name rooted in Scotland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Yvaine?

Yvaine is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yvaine have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Yvaine?

Yvaine originates from Scotland tradition. Scotland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Yvaine trending right now?

Yvaine is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Yvaine a common or rare name?

Yvaine is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.