Yoav Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-AV / joˈavHebrew
Meaning
He is God
Historical & Cultural Background
Yoav is a Hebrew name that appears in the Old Testament. It is derived from the elements 'yo' meaning 'God' and 'av' meaning 'father'. The name has been used in various forms throughout Jewish history. It is also associated with a prominent biblical figure, Joab, who was a military commander under King David.
Trend Summary
The name Yoav has seen a steady presence in Israel but remains less common in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yoav
- Joav
International Variants
- Yoav (Hebrew)
- Joab (English)
Famous people named Yoav
Yoav Ben-Tsober is an Israeli musician known for his contributions to contemporary music.
Yoav Shahar is an Israeli artist recognized for his innovative visual art.
Fictional characters named Yoav
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yoav was first seen in the United States in 1970. Yoav has ranked as high as #1371 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Yoav has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yoav (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 5 |