Yasha Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationYAH-sha / jæʃə

Hebrew; Russian

Meaning

Hebrew: 'God is salvation'; Russian: diminutive of Alexander

Historical & Cultural Background

Yasha is a name with Hebrew roots, often associated with the meaning 'God is salvation'. In Russian culture, it serves as a diminutive form of Alexander, which has been a popular name throughout history. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, reflecting both religious and secular influences. Yasha is less common in Western cultures but retains significance in Eastern European regions.

Trend Summary

Yasha has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often remaining a unique choice.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Yash
  • Yashka

International Variants

  • Yasha (Russian)
  • Iash (Georgian)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Yasha was first seen in the United States in 1983. Yasha has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Yasha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Yasha

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19835
19887
19955
19986
20035
20048
20116
20186
20215
20235