Évrard is the French form of Everard, a name of ancient Germanic origin. The root is Eberhard, composed of the Old German elements ebur meaning “wild boar” and hart meaning “hard, firm, brave, hardy,” hence translating to “brave boar.” This compound name was common among early Germanic peoples. Etymology The name Eberhard was borne by several notable figures in medieval Europe. One of the earliest was an influential 9th-century Duke of Friuli, and later by a 12th-century German saint, an archbishop of Salzburg. Through Latinization as Everardus, the name spread to other European languages. The Normans introduced it to England, where it merged with the Old English cognate Eoforheard, though it has been rarely used since the Middle Ages. French Usage In France, Évrard is pronounced /e.vʁaʁ/. It follows the French pattern of adapting foreign names: the opening ‘Ev-’ becomes the palatalized ‘Év-’. The name is masculine and, while not extremely common today, persists as a traditional given name. Related forms Other forms of Everard include English Everard, Swedish Evert, Dutch Eef and Frisian Jorrit. The surname Everard, derived from the medieval given name, also contributed to modern revival in the Anglosphere. Meaning: “brave boar”Origin: Old Germanic elements ebur “boar” and hart “hard, brave”Usage: FrenchGender: Masculine