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

Yanire is a unique Basque girl's name meaning "full of life", derived from the Basque word "yan".

Yaniris is a captivating Spanish name composed of Hebrew 'Yani' meaning 'God is merciful', and Latin 'ris' meaning 'crisis'. It signifies 'Mercy in Crisis'.

Yanis is a Greek-origin given name meaning 'to favor' or 'to bless', associated with Odysseus' companion in The Odyssey.

Yanisa is a Thai female name originating from Sanskrit "Jñana", signifying knowledge or wisdom.

Yanise is a captivating Greek name meaning "God is gracious," historically used for both males and females, now predominantly female.

Yanisha is a unique Hebrew female name derived from Yael, meaning "ibex" or "mountain goat," symbolizing agility and grace.

Yanisley is a rare African name of Ashanti origin from Ghana, meaning "the beautiful girl born on Thursday.

Yanissa is a unique African unisex name from the Democratic Republic of Congo, derived from Swahili "Yanisa," meaning "God has heard.

Yanisse is a unique Arabic-derived boy's name meaning 'left-handed', popularized in France despite varying interpretations.

Yanita is a Slavic female given name derived from "ian" meaning "graceful".

Yanitza is a unique Hispanic girl's name of Guaraní origin, meaning "graceful," signifying elegance and beauty, popularized in recent years among Latin American communities despite its short history.

Yanitzi is a rare Spanish name derived from "yanqui," meaning "American." Popularized during Spain's independence movement, it symbolizes national unity.

Yanitzia is an intriguing female name of Nahuatl origin, meaning 'star spirit' or 'divine star'.

Yanixa is a distinctive Latin-derived name, popularized by Spanish-speaking cultures. Originally meaning 'door' or 'gate', it references the Roman god of transitions, Janus.

Yaniya is a unisex name of African origin, specifically from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria, meaning "mother of many children." It holds historical significance and is associated with fertility, motherhood, and divine feminine power within Yoruba culture.

Yaniyah is a unique Hebrew name derived from "yanah," meaning "dove," symbolizing peace and purity.

Yaniyla is an unique and beautiful girl's name of unknown origin, with a possible interpretation being 'gift from God'. Despite its uncertain meaning and lack of famous namesakes, its musical quality makes it a distinctive and captivating choice.

Yaniz: A rare Basque boy's name meaning "God is merciful".

Yanna is a rare yet appealing feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the city Ioannina in northwestern Greece, and believed to signify 'God is gracious'.

Yannah is a Hebrew name meaning "God hears" or "God answers," derived from the root word "hanan." It originates from the Bible, where Hannah's name was changed to Yannah after God answered her prayers for a child, Samuel.

Yannel is a unique and exotic name of unknown origin and meaning, used in France and Canada but with no known etymology or cultural significance.

Yanneli is a captivating Hispanic name derived from "yanela," meaning "sweet william" or "love me tender." Originating in South America, particularly Colombia and Venezuela, this name combines the Spanish words "yane" (beautiful) and "eli" (to me), conveying beauty and love. Despite its Hispanic roots, Yanneli has gained global popularity due to its rich history and appealing meaning.

Yannely is a captivating feminine given name of Breton origin, derived from Yann, a form of John meaning "God is gracious." While its specific etymology varies, Yannely has gained popularity as a unique choice for girls, particularly in French-speaking regions.

Yannery is a unique French name derived from the word "yann", meaning "grace" or "favor".

Yannet is a rare yet meaningful name of French origin, derived from Breton's Yvain, which translates to 'John'. The name carries the Hebrew meaning 'God is gracious', and in Breton culture specifically, it symbolizes 'graced by God'. Despite its relatively short history compared to traditional names, Yannet holds significant cultural ties and offers uniqueness for parents seeking meaningful yet distinct options.

Yanneth is a Haitian-derived name from French Jeanette, meaning "God is gracious", often associated with intelligence and independence.

Yannette is a traditional French feminine given name derived from Jeanne, which means "grace" or "favor" in Hebrew.

Yanni is a Greek-origin boy's name derived from "Ianis," meaning "graced by God." It gained global popularity through musician Yanni and has been held by notable Greeks like poet Yannis Ritsos and economist Yanis Varoufakis.