Girl's Names Beginning With Y

Yaretzi

Nahuatl, Aztec

"you will always be loved"

This unusual name from the Nahuatl or Aztec language has one of the best meanings around. It sprang onto the US popularity list in 2006 and made a brief appearance in the Top 300 before sliding down…

Yareli

Native American, Spanish variation of Yara, Arabic

"water lady; small butterfly"

Possibly a derivative variation of Yara, a popular name in Spanish-speaking countries meaning butterfly, Yareli was given to more than 400 baby girls in the US last year.

Yadira

Spanish

"worthy"

Yadira is a popular choice in Mexico, Venezuela, and Colombia, and has also been a favorite among Latin American families in the US. Popularized by actress Yadira Jiménez in the mid-20th century, its…

Yvette

French, feminine of Yves

"yew tree"

This French name has the elegance of other '-ette' names like Colette and Odette, and is a botanical name without being too obvious about it. Related to the sleek French name Yves, it was popular in…

Yamileth

Spanish variation of Jamila, Arabic

"beautiful"

Popular in Mexico and familiar in the US, Yamileth is an elaborate and fresh form of Yamila, ultimately derived from the Arabic Jamil. Meaning "beautiful", it shares sounds with other familiar and…

Yamilet

Yamilet is a feminine name of Spanish origin, combining elements of the names 'Yamila' and the French diminutive suffix '-et.' Popular in Hispanic communities, particularly in Mexico and Central…

Yasmine

Arabic variation of Jasmine

"jasmine flower"

Any of the Y forms, which also include Yasmeen, Yasmin, and Yasmina, make this name more unusual and distinctive.

Yvonne

French

"yew wood"

Peaking in the 1950s, Yvonne has now dropped out of the Top 1000 in 2003 and doesn't look set to return soon, although its rare Y initial might endear it to some. Yvaine, from Neil Gaiman's Stardust…

Yolanda

Spanish from Greek

"violet flower"

Bold and distinctive, Yolanda is a floral name that doesn't sound frilly or delicate. Ultimately deriving from the Greek words ioles meaning "violet" and anthos meaning "flower", it appears in a…

Yasmeen

Persian

"jasmine flower"

One of the less frequently seen spellings of this popular name.

Yaala

Yaala is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'to ascend' or 'mountain goat,' symbolizing grace and surefootedness. In some cultures, it's also associated with strength and determination.…

Yadirah

Yadirah is a feminine name of likely Hebrew or Arabic origin. It may be related to the Hebrew name Yadira, meaning 'friend' or 'beloved,' with the added 'h' giving it a distinctive flair. The name…

Yadyra

Yadyra is an exotic feminine name likely derived from Spanish or Latin American naming traditions. While its precise etymology is not widely documented, it may share roots with names like Yadira,…

Yarrow

Botanical name, English

"rough stream"

Yarrow is a flowering herb that grows wild in Europe and North America, and has long been used in several Native American and European cultures as a healing plant. Named for the mythical god Achille,…

Yasminia

Yasminia is an elaborate feminine variation of Yasmin (or Jasmine), which originated from Persian and refers to the jasmine flower. The additional 'ia' ending gives the name an expanded, more ornate…

Yedida

Hebrew

"beloved, friend"

A modern (and very rare) form of Jedidah, the mother of the biblical king Josiah.

Yevetta

Yevetta is a feminine name with Slavic origins, likely derived as a variation of Yvette or the Russian name Yeva (the Slavic equivalent of Eve). The addition of the diminutive suffix "-etta" creates…

Yevette

Yevette is an uncommon spelling variation of Yvette, a French feminine name derived from the Germanic name Ivo, meaning 'yew' (a type of tree symbolizing strength). The traditional Yvette emerged as…

Yolande

Yolande is a feminine name of medieval French origin derived from the Germanic elements 'yol' meaning 'viking' or 'valiant' and 'lande' meaning 'land' or 'territory'. It was introduced to England…

Yolantha

Yolantha is a feminine name that represents a variation of Yolanda, which has Greek origins meaning 'violet flower.' The added 'th' gives the name a more elaborate and distinctive sound. Yolanda…