Yankel Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationYAN-kel / jɑnˈkɛl

Hebrew

Meaning

God will establish

Historical & Cultural Background

Yankel is a diminutive form of the name Yaakov (Jacob) in Hebrew. It is commonly used in Jewish communities, particularly among Ashkenazi Jews. The name reflects a strong cultural heritage and is often associated with religious significance. In Jewish tradition, names carry deep meanings and are often chosen for their spiritual implications.

Similar Names

YanklYoniYairYitzhakYoseleYehuda

Variants

  • Yankel
  • Yankl

International Variants

  • Yankel (Hebrew)

Famous people named Yankel

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Fictional characters named Yankel

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Sibling Suggestions

YaakovYosefMiriamLeahRivka

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Yankel was first seen in the United States in 2016. Yankel has ranked as high as #1387 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Yankel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Yankel

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20165
20226