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By Brynn McKeon · Jul 2026

York

OriginEnglish
Meaning"from the yew estate"
GenderGirl
Also a boy's nameShow me York as a boy's name
NB Rank#6644

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The name York peaked for girls at #15020 in 2020. York is occasionally used for boys in 2024.

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