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Y is the penultimate letter of the alphabet and is one of the least used letters for boy names, making it an exceptional naming option. The letter Y carries a rich history in names, drawing from various cultures and languages, including Hebrew and Sanskrit. These much sought-after meaningful appellations provide a strong sense of heritage and tradition.
Among these timeless classics, the Hebrew name Yael, meaning 'mountain goat,' shines like a star. It is an exquisite name for boys evoking agility, strength, and grace. For those desiring a religious and dignified name, Yusuf is an excellent option. With its origins in Hebrew and Arabic, and meaning 'God increases in piety, power, and influences,' it makes for a unique choice.
Explore our diverse collection of culturally rich and timeless baby boy names starting with Y, that continue to captivate parents worldwide. Each name, with its ancient roots or modern flair, exudes a unique charm and profound significance. From Yaachan to Ywain, there are scores of unique boy names with the letter Y in our list below.
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Name | Gender | Meaning | |
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Yusuf | Boy | God increases in piety, power, and influence | |
Yosef | Boy | God shall add | |
Yehuda | Boy | God will be praised | |
Yousef | Boy | Jehovah increases | |
Yahir | Boy | He will enlighten | |
Yadiel | Boy | Praise of God | |
Yael | Boy | Mountain goat | |
Yaakov | Boy | Supplanter or he who follows after | |
Yahya | Boy | The almighty is gracious | |
Yasir | Boy | Easy-going and prosperous | |
Youssef | Boy | God increases; God will add | |
Yoel | Boy | God is willing | |
Yair | Boy | God will teach | |
Yakov | Boy | Supplanter or holder of the heel | |
Yasin | Boy | Healer, kind-hearted, compassionate | |
Yunus | Boy | Dove; Jonah | |
Yazan | Boy | A determined man | |
Yousuf | Boy | God increases; God will add | |
Yohan | Boy | God is gracious | |
Yehoshua | Boy | Yahweh is salvation | |
Yerik | Boy | Strong ruler; Appointed by God | |
Yousif | Boy | God increases | |
Yash | Boy | Victory or glory | |
Yisrael | Boy | To struggle with God | |
Yechiel | Boy | May God live | |
Yusef | Boy | He will add | |
Yuvraj | Boy | Prince or heir apparent | |
Yuvan | Boy | Youthful | |
Yohanna | Boy | Gift of God | |
Yonatan | Boy | God's gift | |
Yaqub | Boy | Supplanter; Heel grabber | |
Yamila | Boy | Beautiful and strong | |
Yosiah | Boy | Gift of God | |
Yug | Boy | Age; Generation | |
Yazmine | Boy | Jasmine flower; gift of God | |
Yadier | Boy | Strong; Determined; Masculine | |
Yovani | Boy | God is gracious | |
Yared | Boy | A form of Jared; Rose | |
Yiannis | Boy | God is gracious | |
Yohannes | Boy | Gift of God | |
Yan | Boy | Beautiful; Gorgeous | |
Yechezkel | Boy | God will strengthen | |
Yves | Boy | Yew | |
Yanni | Boy | God is gracious | |
Yoan | Boy | Gift from God | |
Yaman | Boy | Intelligent | |
Yazid | Boy | God will increase | |
Yajaira | Boy | Precious; Princess; Jewel | |
Yanely | Boy | Gift of God | |
Yeriel | Boy | Founded by God | |
Yishai | Boy | Gift | |
Yago | Boy | God will replace | |
Yaser | Boy | Rich, wealthy | |
Yann | Boy | Yahweh is gracious | |
Yuto | Boy | Gentle; Kind | |
Yoshi | Boy | Good luck | |
Yassine | Boy | Gift of God | |
Yvan | Boy | God is gracious | |
Yazeed | Boy | He who makes progress | |
Yahshua | Boy | Yahweh is salvation | |
Yonas | Boy | God is gracious | |
Yulia | Boy | Youthful and energetic | |
Yoav | Boy | God is merciful | |
Yohanan | Boy | God is gracious | |
Yousaf | Boy | God increases; God will add | |
Yates | Boy | Gates | |
Yochanan | Boy | Yahweh is merciful | |
Yaw | Boy | Born on Thursday | |
Yuji | Boy | Heroic; Courageous | |
Yul | Boy | From the far horizon | |
Yitzhak | Boy | He laughs; Laughter | |
Yohann | Boy | God is merciful | |
Yakob | Boy | Supplanter; Variant of Jacob | |
Yaron | Boy | Joyful or singing | |
Yohaan | Boy | Gift from God | |
Yohance | Boy | Gift from the Lord | |
Yoshihiro | Boy | Common good | |
Yanick | Boy | A form of John; Yahweh is gracious | |
Yosif | Boy | He will add | |
Yerachmiel | Boy | God will have mercy | |
Yordan | Boy | Descent; Flow down | |
Yuval | Boy | A brook | |
Yashas | Boy | Fame; A famous person | |
Yuan | Boy | the beginning or original | |
Yomna | Boy | Blessed, generous, grateful | |
Yassen | Boy | Gifted, wise, strong | |
Yakub | Boy | God will protect | |
Yaqeen | Boy | Certainty; Lack of doubt | |
Yoshio | Boy | Righteous boy | |
Yorick | Boy | Strong ruler or powerful ruler | |
Yaphet | Boy | God will enlarge | |
Yasen | Boy | Ash tree | |
Yasha | Boy | Yahweh will protect; Holder of heel; Supplanter | |
Yigit | Boy | Brave, handsome, intelligent | |
Ynez | Boy | Pure, innocent, gracious | |
Yadid | Boy | A beloved friend | |
Yatin | Boy | Ascetic | |
Yashraj | Boy | Victorious ruler or lord | |
Yahira | Boy | Gift from God | |
Yacine | Boy | A variant of the name Yasin; Happiness | |
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So why wait? Embark on this journey to choose the perfect name for your little one. Y names offer more than an initial letter; each carries a meaningful story and history. Our comprehensive guide presents a curated collection of intriguing and significant Y names for baby boys. Discover the beauty and magic within each name, making an informed and heartfelt choice that will resonate for generations to come.
Infographic: Elegant Names Starting With Letter Y With Meanings
The letter Y is used sparingly for naming little ones, making it an outstanding option. Discover the allure of "Y" names, sparingly used yet remarkable. Rooted in diverse cultures, they captivate with their distinct charm. Find the perfect fit for your precious little one from the list in the infographic below.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are rare baby names that start with Y?
Yuma (chief's son), Yuri (farmer), Yael (God's strength), and Yanc (Jan 1's son) are some rare baby names starting with the letter Y.
2. Which easy to pronounce baby boy names start with Y?
Yale, derived from a Welsh surname meaning 'fertile upland,' and Yash, originating from the Sanskrit word yashas, meaning 'fame,' 'praise,' or 'glory,' are easy-to-pronounce baby boy names that start with the letter Y. A few more names to the list include Yves, Yaron, Yazan, and Yarrow.
3. Which baby boy names inspired by famous personalities start with Y?
Yanni is a diminutive of Yiannis. A famous namesake of this name is Greek composer, keyboardist, pianist, and music producer Yiannis Chryssomallis who is believed to have contributed to the name's popularity. Yuri, a Russian-origin name, came into the limelight due to a noteworthy Soviet cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin. He was the first person to enter outer space. Yasser, an Arabic-origin name, garnered attention due to Yasser Arafat, the world renowned leader of the Palestine Liberation Organisation.
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Kavita KankaniMBA, BEd
Kavita has a diverse background in finance, human resources, and teaching. She did her MBA in Finance and HR at Solapur University, and bachelor in Education at Pune University. After working for three years in the banking industry, Kavita took up teaching before moving to writing.
Read full bio of Kavita Kankani
Akshay NairMA
Akshay is an associate editor and former journalist with more than four years of experience. A post graduate in Mass Communication and Journalism, he has strong professional and academic background in the field of content writing and editing.
Read full bio of Akshay Nair
N Pravenchandra SinghMA
Praven is an English literature expert. He did his bachelors in English from Delhi University and masters in English from Manipur University. Besides, he holds a certificate in multimedia design and content creation from NIELIT Imphal and presented papers at various national and international conferences.
Read full bio of N Pravenchandra Singh