Female and male first names beginning with the letter “Y”..

YOUKI

Male

Captivating Japanese given name meaning "brave" or "courageous".

YOULANDA

Female

Greek-origin name derived from "eoulalios," meaning "beautiful like the moon." It was historically associated with the lunar goddess Artemis and has been carried through generations, being borne by notable figures such as Youlanda of Poland.

YOULANDER

Female

African-derived name meaning 'strong' or 'having strength', originating from Ghana's Ashanti tribe.

YOULONDA

Female

Distinctive female name of Yoruba origin, meaning "Mother whose children are like drops of water," symbolizing motherhood and nurturing.

YOUMNA

Female

Arabic girls' name meaning "beautiful," widely popular among Arab families globally due to its positive connotation.

YOUNES

Male

Arabic name originating from Morocco, meaning 'he will return', associated with the prophet Yunus in the Quran.

YOUNESS

Male

Arabic male given name derived from "Younis," meaning "dove," symbolizing peace and purity. It also has historical significance, being one of the 99 beautiful names of Allah in Islam.

YOUNG

Female

English origin, derived from the Middle English word "yong," meaning young or youthful.

YOUNG

Male

English unisex given name that means "not old; fresh and vigorous," popularized in recent years with roots tracing back to the late 19th century in England.

YOUNGER

Male

Scottish surname derived from Middle English "yonger," meaning "younger." It was initially given as a nickname to the youngest family member or someone considered young at heart.

YOUNIQUE

Female

Modern creation, combining "you" and "unique," emphasizing each person's singularity.

YOUNIS

Male

Arabic boy's name meaning "he will return," derived from the root verb "w-n-y." It is associated with Yunus, a prophet in Islamic tradition known for his story of being swallowed by a whale and later spat out alive. The name is believed to symbolize hope and renewal, and its unique meaning has led to increased popularity among diverse communities.

YOUNUS

Male

Arabic-origin name meaning 'dove', associated with Prophet Yunus ibn Matta, known for his kindness to animals.

YOURAN

Female

Unique Japanese name composed of "Yo" meaning "having/possessing" and "uran" translating to "field/plain". Its rarity makes it special and distinctive despite lacking historical significance.

YOURI

Male

Yuri is a name of Slavic origin, derived from the Greek 'George' meaning 'farmer', popularized by historical figures like Yuri Dolgoruki and Yuri Gagarin.

YOUSAF

Male

Arabic name meaning "God increases", variant of Yusuf, popular among South Asian Muslims due to its association with Prophet Muhammad and the biblical figure Joseph.

YOUSEF

Male

Arabic-derived name meaning "God increases" or "God adds", also related to the Hebrew Joshua. It holds significant cultural and religious importance as the Islamic form of Prophet Joseph's name.

YOUSEF

Female

Arabic boy's name derived from Joseph in the Bible, associated with the prophet Yusuf, meaning "he will increase or add," reflecting growth and prosperity.

YOUSEPH

Male

Arabic name meaning "God increases", derived from 'Zafar', and is revered in Islamic tradition as the son of Fatima and Ali.

YOUSIF

Male

Arabic-derived name, variant of Hebrew Joseph, meaning "God will increase.

YOUSOF

Male

Arabic-origin name derived from Yusuf, meaning "adding" or "increasing". It signifies growth and abundance.

YOUSRA

Female

Arabic name meaning 'ease' or 'facility', signifying tranquility and simplicity. It gained popularity through renowned Egyptian actress Yousra and Nobel laureate Naguib Mahfouz's novel character of the same name.

YOUSSEF

Male

Arabic name meaning 'to add or increase', derived from the Arabic verb 'w-s-f'. It's associated with Joseph in Christianity and Islam.

YOUSSIF

Male

Arabic name derived from Yusuf/Yosef, meaning "he will add" or "he shall increase".

YOUSSOUF

Male

Arabic male given name meaning "God increases", derived from the phrase "Ya Umm Yusuf" and referencing the Quran's story of Maryam (Mary) and her son Yusuf (Joseph).

YOUSSRA

Female

Arabic female name derived from "yusr," meaning ease or facility, and is one of Allah's ninety-nine names in Islamic tradition. It was popularized by Prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatima and has been beloved worldwide for centuries due to its attractive sound and profound meaning.

YOUSTINA

Female

Greek-origin female name meaning "good speech" derived from Euphemia, associated with Saint Euphemia, a 4th-century martyr.

YOUSUF

Male

Arabic name meaning "he will increase," associated with the prophet Joseph in Islam, symbolizing wisdom, prosperity, and resilience.

YOUSUKE

Male

Ancient Japanese male name meaning 'one who is between sunbeams', consisting of the kanji characters 陽 (yō) for 'sun' and 介 (suke) for 'between'. Popular since the Heian period, it signifies dawn and new beginnings, and has been borne by many notable figures in Japanese history.

YOUYOU

Female

Chinese name derived from the character "有", meaning "to have" or "to exist". As a given name, it signifies uniqueness and individuality.

YOVAN

Male

Slavic name of Bulgarian origin meaning "young," traditionally given to boys born in early spring, symbolizing vitality and connection to nature.

YOVANA

Female

Rare but elegant Bulgarian Slavic name meaning "God is gracious.

YOVANI

Male

Distinctively male given name of Spanish origin, derived from the Hebrew "Yochanan," meaning "God is gracious.

YOVANI

Female

Spanish variant of the Hebrew name Job, meaning 'perseverance' or 'endurance'.

YOVANKA

Female

Bulgarian feminine name derived from Ioanna, meaning 'violet flower', and carries historical significance as the name of one of the three Holy Women present at Jesus' crucifixion.

YOVANNA

Female

Captivating Hispanic name with Hebrew roots, meaning "she who flows like a river" or "rich in beauty." It carries historical significance as the name of Moses' and Aaron's mother, Yocheved, in the Old Testament.

YOVANNI

Male

Spanish name derived from Latin Iohannes, meaning 'God is gracious'.

YOVANNY

Male

Vernel is an American given name of French origin, derived from the surname Vernet, which is rooted in the Occitan word 'vern', meaning fern. It gained popularity in the U.S. during the mid-20th century, likely introduced by French immigrants or those with French ancestry. Traditionally associated with masculinity, Vernel could also be considered unisex due to its botanical origins. Its low popularity makes it a unique choice for parents seeking distinctive names. The most common spelling is Vernel, though variants like Vernell exist.

YOVANY

Male

Spanish name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is gracious," known for its warmth and uniqueness.

YOVELA

Female

Unique, beautiful African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria and Benin, meaning 'may it be well with us', expressing a wish for prosperity and happiness.