Yaniv Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-neev / jɑːˈnivHebrew
Meaning
He will prosper
Historical & Cultural Background
Yaniv is a Hebrew name commonly used in Israel. It is derived from the root word 'y-n-v', which relates to prosperity and growth. The name reflects positive attributes and is often given to boys with the hope of a successful future. Yaniv has gained popularity in modern Hebrew-speaking communities.
Trend Summary
Yaniv has seen a steady presence in Israel but remains less common in other countries.
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International Variants
- Yaniv (Hebrew)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yaniv was first seen in the United States in 1979. Yaniv has ranked as high as #1132 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Yaniv has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yaniv (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 |