"Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee."
Christian Name · Germanic/English Origin
Everett Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Everett
boy
Everett means "strong, brave as a wild boar," from the Germanic Eberhard. The name is not in the King James Bible, but the courage it names is commanded there: "Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them" (Deuteronomy 31:6).
Is Everett in the Bible?
No — the name Everett does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Brave as a wild boar; Strong", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Everett.
Pronunciation:/EV-er-et/
OriginGermanic/English
MeaningBrave as a wild boar; Strong
What does Everett mean?
Everett is a boy name of Germanic/English origin meaning "Brave as a wild boar; Strong". Everett derives from the Germanic name Eberhard, meaning 'brave' or 'strong as a boar.' The name resonates with the biblical call to courage and strength.
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Editor’s reflection
An Old English name meaning 'brave as a wild boar' — quietly popular in Christian homes.
Everett comes from the Old English Eoforheard: eofor ('wild boar') and heard ('brave, hardy, strong'). It's not a biblical name, but its meaning — courage that endures — has made it a favourite among Christian parents looking for a masculine name with substance rather than trend.
The name entered the modern American revival around 2010 and has climbed steadily ever since. Its appeal is partly aesthetic (three syllables, soft ending) and partly cultural: it evokes a certain American frontier virtue — steady, plain-spoken, dependable — that maps neatly onto biblical language about the 'good and faithful servant' (Matthew 25:21).
For Christian parents, Everett often works as a character-forming name rather than a scriptural one. It sits comfortably next to biblical middle names (Everett James, Everett Judah, Everett Isaiah) and gives a child a first name that will not sound dated at 40.
“Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed.”
Why parents choose Everett today
- •Strong meaning without sounding aggressive
- •Modern-classic — rising in use but not yet common
- •Pairs cleanly with almost any biblical middle name
What does Everett mean in the Bible?
Everett means "Brave as a wild boar; Strong" and is a name of Germanic/English origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Everett derives from the Germanic name Eberhard, meaning 'brave' or 'strong as a boar.' The name resonates with the biblical call to courage and strength. God repeatedly commanded His people to 'be strong and courageous,' knowing that true bravery comes from trusting Him.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Everett?
Everett is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Brave as a wild boar; Strong" — not because Scripture names anyone Everett.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Everett?
Everett has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Which books of the Bible mention Everett?
Everett is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Everett?
Everett embodies the courage that comes from knowing God goes before us — strength born of faith, not self-reliance.
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Everett name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Everett does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Brave as a wild boar; Strong", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Everett.
Everett means "Brave as a wild boar; Strong." It is a Germanic/English name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Brave as a wild boar; Strong" — runs right through the Bible.
Germanic/English. Everett comes into English from Germanic/English and carries the sense "Brave as a wild boar; Strong." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Everett
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Everett?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Everett?
You can read every verse where Everett appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.