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Yahya

Yahya is a boy name of Spanish origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginSpanish
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#909

How popular is Yahya?

Popularity in the United States

Yahya has been given to 3,044 babies in the United States since 1972, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 7,895 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Yahya per year in the United States, 1972–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Yahya has been given to 2,325 babies in France since 1962, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Yahya per year in France, 1962–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 3,605 people called Yahya living in Spain, with an average age of 22.9.

3,044 Babies named since 1972
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Yahya

Is Yahya a boy's or a girl's name?

Yahya is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Yahya?

Yahya has been given to 3,044 babies in the United States since 1972, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.