20 Jewish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With Y

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Yehudis	Girl	Praised
Yechiel	Boy	May God live
Yechezkel	Boy	God will strengthen
Yoshihiro	Boy	Common good
Yerachmiel	Boy	God will have mercy
Yoshio	Boy	Righteous boy
Yissachar	Boy	There is a reward
Yehudit	Girl	Praise
Yetta	Girl	Jewish Woman; Star; Home ruler
Yodahe	Unisex	God is my help

Yacova	Girl	Female form of Jacob; Yahweh may protect
Yakova	Girl	Held by the heel
Yardena	Girl	To flow down
Yatva	Girl	Good
Yigal	Boy	He will redeem
Yirmiyahu	Boy	God will uplift
Yoran	Boy	Singing
Yoshiaki	Boy	To be happy or to be righteous
Yoshiya	Boy	God delivers
Yustina	Girl	Fair; Rightful

Infographic: Splendid Jewish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With Y

Your baby deserves a name that exemplifies how brilliant they are. If you’re stuck in your journey looking for a unique name that leaves a lasting impression, we are here to help. We have compiled a list of some Jewish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With Y, so dive in and discover a meaningful yet distinctive name, perfect for your little one. Share the infographic with other new parents if you find it helpful!

Jewish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With Y(infographic)

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