Female and male first names beginning with the letter “Y”..
YAMILI
FemaleArabic-derived name meaning "beautiful," popular in Arab cultures and associated with elegance and grace.
YAMILKA
FemaleArabic female name meaning 'beautiful moon', associated with grace and elegance.
YAMILLE
FemaleUnique Spanish feminine given name derived from the Arabic Yamilla, meaning "tall mountain," reflecting grandeur and sophistication.
YAMILLET
FemaleArabic-origin name meaning 'beautiful' or 'handsome', derived from 'yamil' and often used as a poetic epithet in medieval Arabic literature.
YAMILY
FemaleDistinctive Spanish given name derived from the Arabic 'Yamila', meaning 'beautiful'.
YAMIN
MaleArabic name derived from "yamin," meaning "right hand," symbolizing blessing and good fortune in Islamic culture.
YAMINA
FemaleArabic given name meaning "right" or "right hand," symbolizing strength, power, and blessing. It holds deep significance in Arabic culture, tracing back to ancient traditions that favor the right hand as auspicious.
YAMINAH
FemaleArabic name derived from "yamin," meaning "right hand.
YAMINI
FemaleIndian girl's name meaning 'tender' or 'mild', derived from the Sanskrit word Yamina.
YAMIR
MaleHebrew name meaning "my sea" or "sea of my people", derived from the words "yam" (sea) and "mir" (mine/my).
YAMIRA
FemaleRare Hebrew girl's name meaning "sea" or "great sea," reflecting its connection to the powerful waters surrounding Israel, and was also the name of a biblical prophetess.
YAMISHA
FemaleUnique Hebrew name derived from "yami," meaning "sea," and translating to "Sea of God" or "God is my sea.
YAMIYAH
FemaleHebrew feminine given name derived from "yami", meaning "sea".
YAMNA
FemaleArabic name meaning "twins," reflecting joy and prosperity, popular among Arabs historically and globally today.
YAN
MaleDistinctive French name derived from 'Jean,' meaning 'God is gracious'.
YAN
FemaleFrench unisex name meaning "moon" or "graceful," originating from the ancient Celtic word "yana.
YANA
FemaleSlavic name derived from "yano", meaning "grace".
YANABAH
FemaleAfrican name of Yoruba origin meaning "mother's joy," reflecting the happiness brought by daughters born after struggle.
YANAE
FemaleJapanese feminine name composed of 'Ya' (to ask) and 'Nae' (hardship), signifying curiosity and resilience.
YANAH
FemaleRare Hebrew feminine name meaning 'graced by God' or 'beautiful grace', first appearing in the Book of Isaiah as an endearment for Jerusalem.
YANAHI
FemaleYanahi, a Hebrew name derived from 'yana', meaning 'God answers' or 'hears', signifies divine responsiveness to prayers.
YANAI
MaleDistinctively appealing male name of Hebrew origin derived from 'yanay', meaning 'to answer'. In the Old Testament, Yanai was a chief during King David's reign. It signifies wisdom and intelligence, and is believed to bring good fortune.
YANAI
FemaleRare yet captivating Japanese given name derived from 'yana', meaning 'rock' or 'stone'. It symbolizes strength and endurance, reflecting the attributes of its feudal Japanese origins where names were chosen based on their meanings. Today, Yanai remains a unique choice for parents seeking a culturally significant name with timeless appeal.
YANAIRA
FemaleSpanish-derived name meaning "place where the sun touches," symbolizing hope and connection to nature.
YANAIRIS
FemaleDistinctive Hispanic name derived from 'Yanira,' a fusion of 'Yana' meaning 'grace' in Slavic, and 'Iris,' the Greek goddess of rainbows.
YANAIS
FemaleDistinctive Greek name meaning "God is gracious," derived from Hebrew "Yochanan" via Greek "Iani.
YANAISY
FemaleRare, Latin American female name derived from the Spanish word "yanai," meaning "to be weary" or "tired." Despite its potential association with fatigue, Yanaisy symbolizes resilience, wisdom, and perseverance in face of adversity. Originating from Colombia or Venezuela around mid-20th century, this distinctive name celebrates life's journey and personal growth.
YANAIZA
FemaleUncommon yet captivating Latin American feminine name derived from "yana" meaning "young woman" and "-iza" implying youthfulness and vitality. Popularized by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, it signifies beauty, energy, and confidence.
YANAL
MaleArabic name meaning "to bring forth," associated with productivity and creativity, and revered in Islamic tradition as one of Allah's 96 names.
YANALI
FemaleNative American name from the Navajo tribe meaning "flowing water" or "river," symbolizing life-giving power and harmony with nature.
YANALIS
FemaleExotic and unique name of unknown origin, often associated with Spain but not recognized as traditional Spanish. Its meaning is open to interpretation, possibly signifying freedom or strength due to its unique sound and spelling.
YANALIZ
FemaleUnique girl's name of Spanish origin, derived from "yana" meaning woman and potentially influenced by "liz" meaning lizard, symbolizing adaptability and resilience.
YANARA
FemaleStriking female name of Native American origin meaning 'she who burns' or 'fire woman', evoking passion, transformation, and devoted love.
YANARI
FemaleRare Japanese name combining "calm" (Yana) and "to come" (Ri), symbolizing someone who brings tranquility.
YANAY
FemaleHebrew-origin boy's name meaning "answered," symbolizing God's responsiveness to our cries.
YANAYA
FemaleRare Hawaiian female given name that translates to "calm" or "peaceful," symbolizing tranquility found in Hawaii's natural beauty.
YANCARLO
MaleModern yet meaningful Latin American name combining 'Yan', of Native American origin meaning 'to howl', and 'Carlo', Italian for 'strong'.
YANCARLOS
MaleUnique given name of Spanish origin, derived from Yan (short for Yancey or Yancy) and Carlos (meaning "freeholder" or "strong"), originating in Latin America with a distinctive phonetic pronunciation.
YANCE
MaleEnglish origin, meaning 'graced with God', and is derived from the Old Norse name Jón.
YANCEY
FemaleRare, American given name derived from the English surname "Yancey," which originated from the Old French personal name "John." The name John comes from the Hebrew name "Yochanan," meaning "God is gracious." Popularized by American author Kinlaw's character "Uncle Yancey" in the 19th century, it remains associated with Southern US culture.