Female and male first names beginning with the letter “Y”..
YAKOV
MaleHebrew 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
MaleSanskrit-derived name meaning "guardian," originally referring to nature spirits in ancient Indian culture.
YAKUB
MaleArabic-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
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew female name meaning 'precious' or 'beloved', derived from the Old Testament son of Midian.
YALAINA
FemaleExotic and mysterious name of unknown origin, with no recognized meaning or history, adding to its allure.
YALANA
FemaleRare 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
FemaleRare, 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
FemaleDistinctive African feminine name derived from Swahili, meaning 'to grow' or 'increase', symbolizing continuous prosperity.
YALDA
FemalePersian female given name that signifies "divine fire" or "holy flame," derived from Avestan Yazad meaning "divine being" and Aži meaning "fire.
YALE
MaleRare yet impactful given name of English origin, derived from an old Elismerian word meaning 'eagle' and popularized by Yale University's prestige.
YALEENA
FemaleGreek-origin girl's name meaning "wood" or "matter," coined by American author L. Frank Baum for his Oz series.
YALEIZA
FemaleDistinctive Arabic girls' name meaning "she who possesses great wealth," embodying prosperity and associated with historical figures like Yaleiza al-Kaysi, the renowned poet.
YALENA
FemaleYalena: 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
FemaleUnique Nigerian Igbo name meaning "Let there be joy.
YALESKA
FemaleCaptivating 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
FemaleYaletzi, of Mexican Nahuatl origin, translates to "waterfall mirror," symbolizing beauty and power, with ties to the legendary goddess Chalchiuhtlicue.
YALEXA
FemaleYalexa: A unique, captivating name of unknown origin, its meaning open to personal interpretation.
YALEXI
FemaleCaptivating 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
FemaleUnique, captivating name with unknown origins and no historical or cultural significance. It gained popularity due to its distinctive sound and spelling.
YALEXIS
FemaleDistinctive name of Latin American origin, created by combining Hebrew's Yael ("ibex") and Greek's Alexis ("to defend").
YALEYZA
FemaleTurkish 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
FemaleYali, of Hebrew origin, signifies 'to ascend' or 'to climb', echoing the biblical leader's bravery during Israelites' journey.
YALI
MaleAfrican origin name from Nigeria's Igbo ethnic group meaning 'let us live', symbolizing life, growth, prosperity, and hope.
YALIA
FemaleRare Hebrew feminine name meaning 'to ascend' or 'progress', symbolizing hope and resilience.
YALIAH
FemaleUnique 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
FemaleRare 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
FemaleSlavic girls' name meaning "calm like the sea".
YALINI
FemaleUnique Sri Lankan girl's name derived from Sanskrit 'Yalini', meaning 'one who is like a river'. It symbolizes grace, beauty, and fluidity.
YALISA
FemaleDistinctive Spanish-origin female name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from Arabic 'Yasmin' or Hebrew 'Yael', adding to its enigmatic charm.
YALISSA
FemaleUnique name of unknown origin, with no definitive meaning but gaining popularity for its distinctive sound and enigmatic nature.
YALIT
FemaleHebrew-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
FemaleAztec female name meaning 'water' or 'river', reflecting nature's life-giving essence.
YALIXA
FemaleRare Hebrew feminine given name meaning "God will redeem," derived from the Hebrew word "yalel" meaning "to dance.
YALIYAH
FemaleArabic female name meaning 'calm' or 'serene', inspired by ancient Arabian queen Yaliyah al-Qadimah.
YALONDA
FemaleUncommon yet captivating African name derived from the Mandinka people of West Africa, meaning "she has returned with honor or respect".
YAMA
MaleJapanese given name derived from the Sanskrit word for 'twin' or 'together', also associated with the Hindu god of death and justice.
YAMAAN
MaleArabic-origin name meaning 'right side' or 'south', associated with the prosperous ancient South Arabian kingdom of Yemen.
YAMAIRA
FemaleUnique Spanish name derived from the African name Yara, meaning 'small flower' in Hausa language.
YAMAJESTY
MaleUnique Japanese-English hybrid name meaning 'mountain majesty', symbolizing power, elevation, and regal splendor.
YAMAL
MaleRare 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.