Female and male names starting with the letter "Y" .
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YEIRI
FeminineUnique Spanish name derived from 'yerba', meaning 'herb'.
YEIRY
FeminineDistinctive Spanish name meaning "herb" or "grass," symbolizing nature and growth.
YEISON
MasculineSpanish-derived name meaning "gift from Isis," the ancient Egyptian goddess of fertility and magic.
YEISY
FeminineStylish, Spanish-derived feminine variant of José, meaning "God shall increase," popular in Hispanic communities yet globally uncommon.
YEJI
FeminineTraditional Korean female name meaning "Joyful Intelligence".
YEJIDE
FeminineNigerian name of Yoruba origin that translates to "rejoicing is added", conveying joy and celebration.
YEJIN
FeminineKorean unisex name composed of "Ye" (beautiful) and "Jin" (true/real), signifying beautiful truth or real beauty. It's often chosen to express wishes for honesty and inner purity, and it has gained international recognition due to its unique sound and profound meaning.
YEJUN
MasculineUnique Chinese name that combines 'wild' (Ye) and 'harmony' (Jun), symbolizing the pursuit of balance while embracing one's true nature.
YEKATERINA
FeminineRussian feminine name derived from the Greek 'Aikaterine', meaning 'pure' or 'clear'.
YEKUSIEL
MasculineHebrew name derived from "yikra," meaning "God will command." It can be interpreted as "God commanded" and has historical significance in Jewish tradition, appearing in the Talmud and associated with notable figures like Yekusiel ben Shemua.
YELAINA
FeminineUnique Spanish-derived name meaning "celebration," gaining popularity among English-speaking families as a modern alternative to traditional Spanish names.
YELANI
FeminineUnisex African name of Swahili origin meaning "calm" or "peaceful".
YELEINA
FeminineSwahili girls' name meaning 'celebration' or 'praise', widely used among East African communities.
YELEINI
FeminineUnique African name, originating from the Igbo people of Nigeria. Its meaning, "the arrival of the heart", holds deep cultural significance in destiny and family ties.
YELENA
FeminineFeminine name of Slavic origin, derived from the Greek "Helen," meaning "torch" and associated with intelligence, grace, and elegance.
YELENI
FeminineRare, beautiful Baltic Slavic name derived from Lithuanian "Jolanta," meaning "violet" or "purple flower.
YELENIS
FeminineCaptivating Greek female name derived from "Eleni," meaning "torch" or "flame.
YELENNY
FeminineSpanish origin name derived from "yelena," meaning "deer.
YELIANNY
FeminineDistinctive Spanish name meaning "water lily," symbolizing purity and grace, derived from the Spanish words for "lily" combined with a female suffix.
YELINA
FeminineCaptivating Spanish name derived from Yolanda, originally Violant or Vilenta, meaning power and strength.
YELISA
FeminineCaptivating Spanish feminine name derived from 'yeliso', meaning sunflower, symbolizing warmth and positivity.
YELISEY
MasculineUnique Russian name meaning "sun", derived from the Greek word Helios, and historically associated with strength and courage in Russian culture.
YELISSA
FeminineRare Hebrew name meaning "God is my oath" or "I am God's promise," conveying deep spiritual significance.
YELITZA
FeminineUnique Spanish name derived from "yelitro," meaning pomegranate, symbolizing prosperity and fertility.
YELIXA
FeminineUnique unisex name of uncertain origin, often associated with Spanish or Latin influences. It may derive from Yael (Hebrew: "mountain goat") or Elizabeth/Elisabeth ("God is my oath"). Despite its varying meanings and lack of historical figures, Yelixa has gained popularity for its unique sound and beautiful pronunciation.
YELIZ
FeminineTurkish name meaning 'nightingale', symbolizing beauty and enchantment.
YELIZAVETA
FeminineRussian feminine name derived from the Latin Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath" or "consecrated to God".
YELONDA
FeminineUnique Nigerian name of Igbo origin, meaning 'born in April'.
YELTSIN
MasculineRussian male given name derived from the Slavic word "yel," meaning "swamp." It gained prominence through Boris Yeltsin, who served as the first President of Russia (1991-1999).
YEMA
FeminineUnique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "mother," traditionally given to girls but also used for boys, symbolizing love and nurturing wisdom.
YEMARIAM
FeminineEthiopian name meaning "God will enlighten.
YEMARIYAM
FeminineCaptivating African name derived from Amharic language meaning "God has given us beauty.
YEMARYAM
FeminineEthiopian name meaning "the Lord has heard," often given in gratitude for answered prayers, and popular both as a boy's and girl's name.
YEMAYA
FeminineAfrican origin name from the Yoruba people of West Africa, meaning "Mother's Womb" or "Mother Sea". In Yoruba mythology, she is revered as the mother goddess of the ocean and all living things.
YEMI
FeminineUnique African name from Nigeria, derived from the Yoruba language meaning "Mother has returned," often chosen to honor ancestors or bring good fortune.
YEMISI
FeminineNigerian name derived from Yoruba language, meaning "respect for mother".
YEN
FeminineCaptivating Vietnamese name meaning 'tranquil' or 'peaceful', traditionally used for females but now adopted as unisex, reflecting recent trends towards gender-neutral naming.
YEN
MasculineUnisex given name of Asian origin, derived from Vietnamese 'Yên', meaning 'peaceful' or 'tranquil'. It gained popularity in the West during the mid-20th century and remains a unique yet meaningful choice for parents today.
YENA
FeminineHebrew name that translates to "answered prayer," symbolizing hope and divine intervention.
YENCI
FeminineRare Chinese female given name meaning 'Night's Farewell', symbolizing reflection and artistic spirit.