Origin and Meaning of Everdeen

An everlasting, strong or brave person

Origin: English - The name Everdeen is derived from the English language, combining the elements 'ever' (meaning always or forever) and 'deen' (a variation of 'Dean', which refers to a valley or a place).

• Everdeen gained popularity due to its use as a surname in literature, particularly associated with the character Katniss Everdeen from Suzanne Collins' 'The Hunger Games' series.
• While mainly recognized from modern literature, variations of the name can be found in historical records, although they are rare.
• Notable bearers of the name include Katniss Everdeen, the fictional protagonist of the 'The Hunger Games' series, who is known for her bravery, resilience, and survival skills.
• As a relatively new name derived from literature, Everdeen does not have extensive historical popularity but has seen a recent surge in usage in the 2010s and 2020s.
• Related names include variations like Everly and Evereign, which have gained popularity as modern names in recent years.