Yahya
yah-ya
US Popularity:1956
Origin:Arabic
Meaning:Yahweh is merciful
Yahya is a boy’s name of Arabic origin. This traditional name translates to “Yahweh is merciful,” which clearly denotes its special religious meaning. It also honors the prophet John the Baptist. You might choose this name to pay tribute to your family’s religious path, or simply because of its unique, lyrical beauty which is sure to capture the attention of anyone who hears it.
Yahya Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Yahya is currently #822 on The Bump
Boy:Yahya is currently #210 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Yahya is currently #1956 in U.S. births
Boy:Yahya is currently #669 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1956
in 2022
+ 296
from 2021
Sources
Ancestry, Yahya Family History
WordSense, Yahya
Behind the Name, Yahya, April 2021
Quranic Names, Yahya, A Quranic Name for Boys
WordSense, John
Britannica, St. John the Baptist, Jewish prophet and Christian saint, October 2023
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