Yvaine: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: yv-ah-een-eh
Origin: France
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: S novella

Yvaine is a unique and enchanting name with diverse origins and meanings. It is often associated with the evening star, symbolizing celestial magic and wonder. The name Yvaine has its roots in Arthurian legend, tracing back to the French name Yvain, which is linked to the Welsh character Owein/Owain. It has also been suggested to be a derivative of Yvonne and Elaine, adding to its rich linguistic heritage. The name gained significant popularity after its appearance in Neil Gaiman's novella "Stardust, " where it is the name of a fallen star. Despite its relatively rare usage, Yvaine stands out as a sophisticated and mystical name.

Yvaine Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Yvaine is currently #15713 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Yvaine is currently #8951 on Kiindred Girl Names

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