Yancey Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAN-see / /ˈjæn.si/English; Irish
Meaning
English: 'Yancey's estate'; Irish: 'descendant of Iomhar'
Historical & Cultural Background
Yancey is derived from the surname Yancey, which has English and Irish roots. It is often associated with the meaning related to land or estate. The name has been used as a given name in the United States, particularly in the 20th century. It reflects a blend of cultural influences, particularly from English and Irish heritage.
Trend Summary
Yancey has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yancey was first seen in the United States in 1894. Yancey has ranked as high as #1074 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Yancey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yancey (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 33 |
| 1960 | 33 |
| 1961 | 28 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 17 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 23 |
| 1967 | 32 |
| 1968 | 35 |
| 1969 | 32 |
| 1970 | 46 |
| 1971 | 48 |
| 1972 | 37 |
| 1973 | 42 |
| 1974 | 41 |
| 1975 | 41 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 39 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 23 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 20 |
| 1985 | 24 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |