Yentl Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationYEN-tuhl / /ˈjɛntəl/Hebrew
Meaning
God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Yentl is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yentel', which is a diminutive form of 'Yenta'. The name gained prominence through the 1975 play 'Yentl' by Isaac Bashevis Singer, which was later adapted into a film by Barbra Streisand in 1983. The character Yentl is a young Jewish woman who disguises herself as a man to pursue her studies in Talmudic law, reflecting themes of gender and identity.
Trend Summary
Yentl has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often associated with Jewish cultural contexts.
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Fictional characters named Yentl
Yentl is the main character in the film 'Yentl', portrayed by Barbra Streisand, who navigates societal norms in pursuit of education.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yentl was first seen in the United States in 1984. Yentl has ranked as high as #1131 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Yentl has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 |