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

YAKOV

Male

Hebrew name meaning "held by the heel" or "may God protect", derived from the Hebrew word "akev". In Jewish tradition, it was given to Yakov (Jacob), who was born holding his twin brother Esau's heel.

YAKSH

Male

Sanskrit-derived name meaning "guardian," originally referring to nature spirits in ancient Indian culture.

YAKUB

Male

Arabic-derived name meaning "may God protect," carried by the revered prophet Jacob in Islamic tradition, and popular among those seeking unique names with spiritual significance.

YAKYRA

Female

Distinctive Hebrew female name meaning 'precious' or 'beloved', derived from the Old Testament son of Midian.

YALAINA

Female

Exotic and mysterious name of unknown origin, with no recognized meaning or history, adding to its allure.

YALANA

Female

Rare Hebrew name meaning "ascend" or "go up," associated with elevation and growth. It appears in the Bible as Zebulun's daughter, adding historical depth to its uniqueness.

YALANDA

Female

Rare, elegant female name of Spanish origin, derived from "yala," meaning "to rejoice." It signifies happiness and festivity, and throughout history has been associated with intelligence and grace.

YALANI

Female

Distinctive African feminine name derived from Swahili, meaning 'to grow' or 'increase', symbolizing continuous prosperity.

YALDA

Female

Persian female given name that signifies "divine fire" or "holy flame," derived from Avestan Yazad meaning "divine being" and Aži meaning "fire.

YALE

Male

Rare yet impactful given name of English origin, derived from an old Elismerian word meaning 'eagle' and popularized by Yale University's prestige.

YALEENA

Female

Greek-origin girl's name meaning "wood" or "matter," coined by American author L. Frank Baum for his Oz series.

YALEIZA

Female

Distinctive Arabic girls' name meaning "she who possesses great wealth," embodying prosperity and associated with historical figures like Yaleiza al-Kaysi, the renowned poet.

YALENA

Female

Yalena: A unique, Slavic origin name meaning "of the sun" or "sun-ray", symbolizing light and warmth, and connected to wisdom. It has been popular among royals since the Middle Ages and is now gaining worldwide popularity.

YALENI

Female

Unique Nigerian Igbo name meaning "Let there be joy.

YALESKA

Female

Captivating female name of Latin American origin, derived from the Spanish "Isabela," meaning "dedicated to God." It gained popularity in recent years among South American communities and those speaking Spanish worldwide. Pronounced as "YAH-lehs-kuh," Yaleska has no historical figures associated with it but is connected to Queen Isabella I of Castile due to its Latin American roots and dedication to God.

YALETZI

Female

Yaletzi, of Mexican Nahuatl origin, translates to "waterfall mirror," symbolizing beauty and power, with ties to the legendary goddess Chalchiuhtlicue.

YALEXA

Female

Yalexa: A unique, captivating name of unknown origin, its meaning open to personal interpretation.

YALEXI

Female

Captivating Latin name derived from the combination of Yael, which means "ibex" or "deer," and Alexis, meaning "to defend" or "to help." Despite lacking a widely accepted definition, its origin story ties it to powerful figures in Hebrew and Greek mythology.

YALEXIA

Female

Unique, captivating name with unknown origins and no historical or cultural significance. It gained popularity due to its distinctive sound and spelling.

YALEXIS

Female

Distinctive name of Latin American origin, created by combining Hebrew's Yael ("ibex") and Greek's Alexis ("to defend").

YALEYZA

Female

Turkish name meaning 'beauty', originating from the phrase 'yalayız' which means 'we are beautiful'. It's been used since medieval times and has gained international recognition among Turkish-speaking communities.

YALI

Female

Yali, of Hebrew origin, signifies 'to ascend' or 'to climb', echoing the biblical leader's bravery during Israelites' journey.

YALI

Male

African origin name from Nigeria's Igbo ethnic group meaning 'let us live', symbolizing life, growth, prosperity, and hope.

YALIA

Female

Rare Hebrew feminine name meaning 'to ascend' or 'progress', symbolizing hope and resilience.

YALIAH

Female

Unique Hebrew unisex name derived from "yalyah," meaning "ibex," symbolizing strength, agility, and beauty. It gained popularity outside Jewish communities in the late 19th century, with notable bearer Yaliah Avni being an influential Israeli poet and playwright. Today, it stands as a distinctive name choice reflecting ancient wisdom and cultural significance.

YALIMAR

Female

Rare yet captivating Spanish name derived from "yala," meaning "go away" or "leave me alone." Despite its origins, it signifies independence and strength, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a distinctive name for their daughters.

YALINA

Female

Slavic girls' name meaning "calm like the sea".

YALINI

Female

Unique Sri Lankan girl's name derived from Sanskrit 'Yalini', meaning 'one who is like a river'. It symbolizes grace, beauty, and fluidity.

YALISA

Female

Distinctive Spanish-origin female name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from Arabic 'Yasmin' or Hebrew 'Yael', adding to its enigmatic charm.

YALISSA

Female

Unique name of unknown origin, with no definitive meaning but gaining popularity for its distinctive sound and enigmatic nature.

YALIT

Female

Hebrew-origin name meaning 'to grow' or 'to sprout', often associated with strength, resilience, beauty, and grace. It has historic significance in Jewish culture and gained popularity due to Academy Award-nominated actress Yalitza Aparicio.

YALITZA

Female

Aztec female name meaning 'water' or 'river', reflecting nature's life-giving essence.

YALIXA

Female

Rare Hebrew feminine given name meaning "God will redeem," derived from the Hebrew word "yalel" meaning "to dance.

YALIYAH

Female

Arabic female name meaning 'calm' or 'serene', inspired by ancient Arabian queen Yaliyah al-Qadimah.

YALONDA

Female

Uncommon yet captivating African name derived from the Mandinka people of West Africa, meaning "she has returned with honor or respect".

YAMA

Male

Japanese given name derived from the Sanskrit word for 'twin' or 'together', also associated with the Hindu god of death and justice.

YAMAAN

Male

Arabic-origin name meaning 'right side' or 'south', associated with the prosperous ancient South Arabian kingdom of Yemen.

YAMAIRA

Female

Unique Spanish name derived from the African name Yara, meaning 'small flower' in Hausa language.

YAMAJESTY

Male

Unique Japanese-English hybrid name meaning 'mountain majesty', symbolizing power, elevation, and regal splendor.

YAMAL

Male

Rare yet meaningful Native American name from the Cree tribe, translating to 'still water,' reflecting its deep roots in nature and symbolizing tranquility, peace, and inner strength.