Female and male names starting with the letter "Y" .

Distinct Chinese given name originating from the ancient state of Yan, with a meaning that can vary based on pronunciation, often interpreted as 'unique' or 'individual.'

Korean name derived from "yeong-eun", meaning "to become one".

Distinctive Spanish name derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning "God will add.

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.

Rare, Russian-derived Hebrew name meaning "God will hear".

Unique Spanish name with Hebrew origins meaning "may God raise him up.

Spanish name derived from 'jefre', meaning 'saffron', originating in medieval Spain and associated with the valuable spice trade.

Russian name meaning "to guard or protect," derived from Old Slavic "Yegore" associated with St. George.

Hebrew name meaning "God will strengthen," derived from "yehez" (God) and "zekh" (will strengthen).

Ancient Egyptian name meaning 'festival' or 'celebration', popular among Coptic Christians since Roman times.

Hebrew name meaning "Jehovah has given" or "gift of Jehovah.

Hebrew name meaning "God is salvation," popular among Jews and Christians, first appearing in the Old Testament as Moses' successor, and famously used as Jesus Christ's Aramaic name.

Hebrew name meaning "praise" or "thanksgiving," derived from the word "tehuda." It's associated with Judah, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and has been held by notable figures like Yehuda Halevi and Yehuda Amichai throughout history.

Hebrew origin, meaning 'Judean' or 'of Judea', and is associated with Yehudah, the fourth son of Jacob/Israel in the Bible.

Unique Hebrew feminine name derived from the biblical heroine Judith, meaning "the all-powerful Jewess.

Hebrew female name that means "Jewish woman," originating from biblical times and named after Judith, who saved her people by defeating an Assyrian general.

Arabic male given name that means 'life'.

Spanish name derived from "Yei" meaning moon in Quechua, and "Celyn", a Welsh masculine name meaning leader. It signifies Leader of the Moon.

Rare Spanish name believed to mean "to shout" or "to cry out", with uncertain historical origins.

Hebrew name meaning "Yahweh is salvation," associated with the biblical figure Joshua, popular among Sephardic Jews and known historically through figures like Yeicob ben Naki, a prominent Kabbalist scholar.

African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "There is God", symbolizing divine presence and guidance.

Unique Chinese name derived from "业" (occupation) and "丹" (cinnabar), signifying dedication and prosperity in one's profession.

Ethiopian name meaning 'mercy' or 'compassion', traditionally given to boys in the Orthodox Christian community.

Rare yet captivating Spanish given name derived from Basque Eider, meaning "between the seas".

Spanish female given name meaning 'grandmother' or 'ancestor', conveying respect and family heritage.

Japanese girl's name meaning 'night' or 'evening', associated with beauty and elegance. It has historical significance in Japan and is increasingly popular today due to its unique sound and elegant connotations.

African female given name from Ghana's Ashanti people, meaning "Sunday's child" in Akan language, reflecting the day of birth with cultural significance.

African Yoruba name that means "Mother has returned," symbolizing fertility and answered prayers after longing for a child.

Spanish feminine name meaning 'like an eagle', symbolizing strength and courage.

Unique Basque name derived from the word 'yei', meaning fire or flame. It signifies strength, passion, and energy, making it a powerful and captivating choice for both boys and girls.

Hebrew name derived from "yehali'el," meaning "God is my light.

Yeili, of Chinese origin, combines "night" (夜) and "plum" (李), symbolizing elegance and perseverance, with ties to ancient myths about the night sky.

Unique Chinese name composed of 'Ye', meaning profession, and 'Lin', signifying forest, combining determination with nature appreciation.

Unique Hebrew feminine given name derived from "ye'el", meaning 'ibex', symbolizing strength and agility.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "God is my light," reflecting divine guidance and illumination.

Captivating Spanish name of Basque origin, meaning "little warrior" or "lord of my house", derived from Iñaki/Eneko.

Captivating female name of Spanish origin meaning 'like an egg yolk'. It began as a nickname for blonde-haired girls before becoming a distinctive standalone name.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from "yerba", meaning "herb", often associated with growth and nature, used for both males and females in Andalusia, Spain.

Rare Hebrew name that means "to behold" or "to gaze upon," embodying appreciation for life's beauty.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from "yerba", meaning herb, coined by poet Federico García Lorca in his play "Blood Wedding". Despite unclear origins, it embodies creativity and individuality.