The spelling of the name "Yevette" is pronounced /jəˈvɛt/, with stress on the second syllable. The "y" at the beginning of the name represents the sound /j/ while the "e" following represents the short vowel sound /ə/. The "v" in "Yevette" is followed by the sound /ɛ/ and a silent "t" at the end carries no sound. Overall, "Yevette" is spelled in a phonetically intuitive way, allowing for easy pronunciation and recognition of the name.
The name Yevette is of French origin. It is derived from the Old French name Yvette, which itself is a variant of the name Yvonne. The name Yvonne comes from the medieval Germanic name Ivo, which means "yew" tree. The yew tree was highly regarded by ancient Germanic tribes and symbolized longevity and strength. Over time, Ivo evolved into Yvonne and Yvette, and later Yevette as an alternative spelling.