Female and male first names beginning with the letter “Y”..
YADELIN
FemaleRare Spanish name derived from Yaela (meaning "god-like") and Din (a variation of Dinah, meaning "judged"), signifying divinity and judgment. It emerged in Spain during the late 20th century.
YADELIS
FemaleYadelis is of Spanish origin, derived from the Hebrew name Yael. It means "mountain goat" or "ibex," symbolizing agility and resilience. Primarily associated with Catalan Spain, it has gained recent popularity while remaining rare globally. Pronounced /ya-deh-lis/, emphasis is on the first syllable.
YADELIZ
FemaleBasque name composed of "Ya", meaning yes, and "De Liz", meaning of or like the lily flower, signifying positivity and beauty.
YADELYN
FemaleUnique Latin-derived name that means 'to know' or 'understand'.
YADEN
MaleHebrew name derived from "yad," meaning "hand." It carries profound spiritual connotation in Jewish tradition and has rare usage throughout history due to its religious significance or uncommon sound.
YADER
MaleRare but significant male given name of Hebrew origin, translating to 'the path of the Lord' and signifying divine guidance.
YADHIEL
MaleHebrew name meaning "praise of God," derived from the elements "yad" (hand) and "El" (God), with historical ties to King David's son Yadiah/Yadiel.
YADHIR
MaleIndian Telugu name meaning "Lord Vishnu," symbolizing compassion, wisdom, and eternal power.
YADHIRA
FemaleArabic name meaning "remembrance," symbolizing wisdom and honoring the past.
YADIAN
MaleAsian name of Chinese origin meaning "Elegant Model", embodying refinement and excellence.
YADID
MaleUnique Hebrew name derived from "yada," meaning "to know" or "understand," combined with "-id," indicating belongingness. It translates to "known by God" or "understood by God," signifying a deep connection with divine wisdom.
YADIEL
MaleUnique, Hebrew-derived Spanish name meaning "friend of God" or "beloved of God," tracing back to biblical times through figures like King David's son Jedidiah.
YADIELIS
FemaleUnique, Spanish-origin given name derived from the Hebrew names Yahveh and Eli, signifying "My God Is My God" and emphasizing faith's importance.
YADIELIZ
FemaleUnique Spanish girls' name formed from "Yadi", meaning celebration or feast day, and Elis, derived from Elizabeth. It signifies 'Celebration of God's Promise'.
YADIER
MaleDistinctive Spanish name derived from "yayo", meaning "grandfather". Popularized by Puerto Rican baseball player Yadier Molina, its exact meaning remains unknown but some believe it honors a grandfather figure.
YADIN
MaleHebrew name meaning 'hunting' or 'chasing', derived from 'hand' and associated with swiftness or agility.
YADIR
MaleDistinctive Latin American name, popular in Venezuela and Colombia, that means "leader" or "guide", derived from the Spanish word "yad".
YADIRA
FemaleDistinctive Spanish name derived from Arabic Yadireh, meaning "generous" or "gift".
YADIRA
MaleUnique Spanish name believed to derive from Arabic 'Yadidah', meaning 'beloved'. It gained popularity among Sephardic Jews during the Middle Ages and has been carried by notable figures like Mexican actress Yadira Carrillo and Venezuelan singer Yadira Guevara-Patiño. Today, it remains popular worldwide despite its uncertain origin, symbolizing love and affection in various spellings such as Jadira or Yadia.
YADIRAH
FemaleRare Hebrew name derived from "yad" (hand) and "ra'ah" (to see), meaning "the hand that perceives".
YADITZEL
FemaleMexican origin name derived from Nahuatl 'yaditzi', meaning 'water flower'.
YADON
MaleRare Hebrew boys' name, derived from 'yad,' meaning 'hand', with historical ties to King David's warrior in the Old Testament.
YADRIA
FemaleRare yet captivating female name of Hebrew origin, derived from "yadder" meaning 'flowing waters,' combined with the suffix "-ia." It signifies a place or location and reflects water's life-giving role in Middle Eastern culture. Despite its scarcity, Yadria allows bearers to forge their own paths, with renewed interest in recent years.
YADRIAN
MaleDistinctive Hebrew name meaning "hand of God" or "God's hand", suggesting strength, power, and divine guidance.
YADRIEL
MaleUnique Spanish name derived from Hebrew Yechiel, meaning "thankful to God.
YADVI
FemaleIndian name derived from 'Yadava', meaning 'descendant of Yadu'. It signifies nobility and is associated with wisdom due to its connection to Veda Vyasa, author of the Mahabharata.
YAE
FemaleCaptivating Japanese name derived from the kanji 'eight', yet interpreted poetically as 'night' or 'evening'. Originating during Japan's Edo period (1603-1868), it has been passed down through generations and remains popular today for its unique sound and meaningful symbolism.
YAEKO
FemaleFeminine Japanese given name meaning "eight child".
YAEL
MaleHebrew feminine given name derived from the word "ayil," meaning ibex, symbolizing strength, agility, and resilience. It appears in the Book of Judges, where Yael played a crucial role in the Israelites' rebellion against King Jabin's oppressive rule by killing Sisera, his commander. Today, Yael is a popular choice among Jewish families seeking a meaningful name for their daughters due to its rich history and profound symbolic significance.
YAEL
FemaleFeminine Hebrew name derived from "yal," meaning "mountain goat." It is associated with the biblical figure Yael in the Book of Judges and has been popular among Jewish communities historically.
YAELI
FemaleCaptivating Hebrew name derived from 'yael,' meaning 'ibex,' symbolizing strength and resilience.
YAELIN
FemaleHebrew-derived name meaning 'ibex', symbolizing strength and resilience, popularized as a modern variant of the historic Hebrew name Ya'el.
YAELIS
FemaleUnique, Hebrew-origin name meaning 'mountain goat', associated with the biblical heroine Yael who defeated Sisera.
YAELLE
FemaleHebrew female name derived from 'yael', meaning 'ibex' or 'mountain goat', symbolizing adaptability and resilience.
YAELY
FemaleHebrew name derived from 'ya'el', meaning 'ibex' or 'mountain goat', symbolizing strength and endurance in Jewish tradition.
YAENO
FemaleUnique Japanese name meaning "eight," symbolizing balance, harmony, and prosperity. It originated from an ancient clan with a significant role in shaping Japanese history.
YAFA
FemaleHebrew unisex name meaning "beautiful" in Arabic, inspired by the lovely valley of Gilead.
YAFET
MaleDistinctive Hebrew name meaning "beautiful," derived from the word "yafah." In the Bible, it is the name of one of Noah's sons known for his kindness and respect towards his father. Used across cultures and generations, Yafet offers a unique yet meaningful choice with deep spiritual roots.
YAFFA
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew female name derived from the ancient Semitic root "yafah," meaning "beautiful." It is named after Jaffa, one of the world's oldest ports and significant in Jewish history.
YAFI
MaleArabic unisex name derived from "yaf", meaning "beautiful". It signifies beauty, intelligence, and wisdom.