Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "Y" - page 14.
Yar
Hebrew origin and means 'to instruct' or 'to teach.'
Yara
Arabic girls' name derived from 'y-r-' meaning "to water" or "flowing".
Yarelli
Italian feminine name, derived from the word 'allegro', meaning 'cheerful' or 'happy'. It's a unique and distinctive name, popular among parents looking for meaningful names, with a musical connotation as 'allegro' is used in musical notation to indicate a lively tempo.
Yaret
Distinctive and captivating name with uncertain origins and unknown meaning.
Yariana
Intriguing Latin American name derived from Quechua "yarina", meaning 'sun'.
Yarleny
Rare Spanish name meaning 'to lead' or 'command', popular among medieval Spanish nobility.
Yaron
Hebrew male name meaning 'thunder' or 'song', popular among Jewish communities for centuries.
Yasai
Japanese name meaning 'vegetables', derived from 'yasumi' meaning 'rest', symbolizing nourishment and growth. It has been used for centuries in Japan, often given to children born during harvest time or with agricultural family backgrounds. Today, it remains popular among Japanese parents seeking distinctive names.
Yasani
Arabic name meaning 'patience' or 'endurance', derived from the Quran's 36th surah, Yasin.
Yaslyn
Rare, Hebrew-origin female name derived from 'yashar,' meaning 'straight' or 'upright,' suggesting integrity.
Yatzary
Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "Israel shall be fruitful," with historic and spiritual significance, first appearing in the Book of Isaiah and carried by notable Jewish figures like Isaac ben Jacob Rabinowitz.
Yavi
Hebrew name derived from 'yav', meaning 'he will return'. In the Bible, Yavi is associated with courage and loyalty, while historically, prominent figures like Rabbi Yehoshua ben Levi have borne this name.
Yaya
Uncommon name of African origin, meaning "big sister" or "auntie," used as a term of endearment among the Fulani people of West Africa. Its popularity has grown recently due to its unique sound and various interpretations worldwide.
Yazhan
Arabic name meaning "to shine" or "to glow," associated with Prophet Muhammad's brave companion Yazid ibn Jabir al-Ansari, symbolizing light, brilliance, and courage.
Yazin
Arabic given name derived from 'yazîn', meaning 'beautiful' or 'lovely', reflecting ancient Arabian cultural values.
Yeager
Rare German given name meaning "hunter" or "archer", derived from the Middle Ages occupational surname Yeger.
Yefferson
Rare male name of Spanish origin, derived from English Jefferson meaning 'fair-haired' or 'son of Jeff', itself derived from Middle English Geoffrey. Though less common than Jefferson, Yefferson carries similar historic connotations of leadership and intelligence.
Yehudit
Hebrew female name that means "Jewish woman," originating from biblical times and named after Judith, who saved her people by defeating an Assyrian general.
Yehya
Arabic male given name that means 'life'.
Yeily
Unique Hebrew feminine given name derived from "ye'el", meaning 'ibex', symbolizing strength and agility.
Yera
Hebrew origin, meaning 'to illuminate', and is associated with knowledge and wisdom in Jewish tradition.
Yeremiah
Hebrew origin meaning "God will exalt," associated with the biblical prophet Jeremiah known for his faith and wisdom.
Yetta
Hebrew name meaning 'abundance', popularized in the US by Jewish immigrants from Europe during the late 19th to mid-20th centuries.
Yeyetzi
Uncommon Native American name believed to have Cherokee origins, potentially meaning "little bird" or being a variation of "deer". Its exact meaning remains unclear but it's associated with a playful trickster spirit figure from Cherokee folklore.
Yezen
Arabic-derived unisex name meaning "beautiful" or "handsome", originally from the Quranic surah Yaseen. It signifies intelligence, creativity, and charisma.
Yeziel
Unique Hebrew name meaning "God is my helper".
Ygnacio
Unique Spanish given name derived from Ignatius, meaning 'fiery' or 'from the town of Egnatia'.
Yhael
Unique, invented given name of unknown origin and meaning, gaining popularity in North America, often associated with fantasy genres due to its distinctive spelling and sound.
Yien
Rare Vietnamese given name derived from "yên," meaning "peaceful" or "tranquil." Traditionally used for both sexes, it's often chosen to convey serenity.
Yildiz
Turkish given name derived from "yildiz," meaning "star." It's often used for both boys and girls in Turkey, carrying historical significance from the Ottoman Empire as a symbol of destined greatness.
Yimi
Unique African name of Igbo origin from Nigeria meaning 'may it come to pass,' signifying hope and anticipation.
Yina
Spanish-derived name with Hebrew origins, meaning "he will be answered" or "he will judge.
Yisell
Yisell, of Spanish origin and Hebrew derivation, means "God is my reward," symbolizing positivity and optimism across cultures.
Yiselle
Distinctive Hebrew feminine name derived from 'Yisrael', meaning 'to struggle with God'. It signifies resilience, strength, and connection to ancient Israel.
Yiseth
Captivating Spanish name derived from the Hebrew name Yishai, meaning "gift," with biblical roots tracing back to King David's father and carrying associations of godliness and wisdom.
Yisraela
Hebrew name derived from "Yisrael," meaning "God will prevail." It signifies determination and striving, echoing biblical matriarch Rebecca's faith and perseverance.
Yissel
Distinctive Spanish name derived from Hebrew 'yisel', meaning 'snow'.
Yissochor
Distinctive Hebrew male name meaning 'he will add' or 'he will increase', reflecting its biblical origin as the name of one of Jacob's sons.
Yiyang
Beautiful Chinese name composed of "yi" (one/first) and "yang" (brightness/sun), signifying uniqueness, brightness, determination, and positivity.
Yoalli
Rare Mayan name derived from the god of night and storms, Yumil Kaxob', pronounced "Yo-ah-lee". It signifies power and connection to nature, with historical roots dating back to the Classic Period of Mayan civilization (250-900 AD).