344 Vibrant Boy Names That Start With Y

Bestow a youthful name on your little rockstar that'll make him stand out in the crowd.

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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.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Yusuf	Boy	God increases; He will add
Yosef	Boy	God shall add
Yehuda	Boy	Praise
Yousef	Boy	Jehovah increases
Yahir	Boy	He will enlighten
Yaakov	Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May God protect
Yadiel	Boy	God's praise
Yael	Boy	Mountain goat; Ibex
Yahya	Boy	God is gracious; Manly
Yoel	Boy	Yahweh is God

Yasir	Boy	To be rich; To become easy
Youssef	Boy	God will add
Yakov	Boy	Supplanter; May God protect; Holder of the heel
Yuvaan	Unisex	Young person; Strong; Healthy; Excellent
Yair	Boy	He shines
Yasin	Boy	36th chapter of the Quran
Yerik	Boy	Freedom; Will
Yeshua	Unisex	Savior; God is salvation
Yazan	Boy	A determined man; A Himyarite king
Yehoshua	Boy	Yahweh is salvation

Yariel	Unisex	Lion of God
Yunus	Boy	Dove; Peaceful being; God's gift; Accomplishment
Yohan	Boy	God is gracious; Shine; Sparkle; Sunlight
Yousuf	Boy	God increases; God will add
Yousif	Boy	God will add
Yuvraj	Boy	Heir apparent; Crown prince; Young prince
Younis	Girl	Dove
Yash	Boy	Glory; Fame; Success
Yisrael	Boy	God contends
Yechiel	Boy	May God live

Yusef	Boy	He will add
Yassin	Unisex	36th chapter of the Quran
Yuvan	Boy	Youthful; God is gracious
Yonatan	Boy	Yahweh has given
Yadier	Boy	Friend; Companion
Yug	Boy	Linking or joining something together; Era; Generation; World
Yasser	Girl	To be rich; To become easy
Yaqub	Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May god protect
Yovani	Boy	God is gracious
Yosiah	Boy	God supports and heals

Yamir	Unisex	Moon
Yanis	Unisex	God is gracious
Yeshaya	Unisex	God is salvation
Yared	Boy	Descent; Descending
Yiannis	Boy	God is gracious
Younes	Unisex	Dove
Yohannes	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Yulian	Unisex	Downy-bearded
Yechezkel	Boy	God will strengthen
Yaziel	Unisex	Whom God made

Yossi	Unisex	He will add
Yves	Boy	Yew
Yoan	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Yanni	Boy	God is gracious
Yamil	Boy	Beautiful; To be beautiful
Yareth	Unisex	Honeycomb; Honeysuckle
Yuvin	Unisex	Youth; A young adult; Excellent; Healthy; Strong
Yaman	Boy	Goat; Intelligent; Efficient; Strong; Redoubtable; Stalwart
Yazid	Boy	God will increase; To add
Yonis	Unisex	Dove

Yeriel	Boy	God is my light; God has taught me
Yishai	Boy	Gift
Yacob	Unisex	Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May God protect
Yannis	Unisex	God is gracious
Yamen	Unisex	Right hand
Yago	Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May God protect; Universally
Yann	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Yahshua	Boy	Yahweh is salvation
Yehia	Unisex	God's graciousness
Yohanan	Boy	God is gracious

Yoni	Unisex	Yahweh has given
Yuto	Boy	Permanence; Excellence; Superiority; Gentleness; Soar; Fly
Yazeed	Boy	He who makes progress; Increasing; Adding
Yaser	Boy	To be rich; To become easy
Yoav	Boy	Yahweh is father
Yeray	Unisex	Big; Grand
Yugan	Unisex	Youth; Lord Murugan
Yavin	Unisex	Understanding
Yohaan	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Yuven	Unisex	Prince; Young; Youthful

Yonas	Boy	Dove
Yousaf	Boy	God increases; God will add
Yates	Boy	Gates
Yochanan	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Yashveer	Girl	Glorious; Brave
Yassine	Boy	36th chapter of the Quran
Yahweh	Unisex	I am who I am; God
Yazin	Boy	Colorful
Yazir	Girl	Strong; Powerful
Yaqoob	Unisex	Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May god protect

Yusha	Unisex	Yahweh is salvation; To save
Yitzhak	Boy	He laughs; Laughter
Yohann	Boy	God is gracious
Yojan	Girl	Planner; Strategist
Yusei	Unisex	Planetary; Help; Save; Righteous friend
Yakob	Boy	Supplanter; May God protect; Holder of the heel
Yasiin	Girl	36th chapter of the Quran
Yaw	Boy	Born on Thursday
Yuli	Unisex	Downy-bearded
Yoshihiro	Boy	Common good

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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.

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.

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.

unique baby names starting with the letter y (infographic)

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