Yani Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-nee / /ˈjɑːni/Hebrew; Indonesian; Greek
Meaning
God is gracious (Hebrew); gift from God (Indonesian); to sing (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew culture, Yani is often associated with divine grace and is a feminine form of the name John. In Indonesia, it is used as a feminine name meaning 'gift from God', reflecting the cultural significance of blessings. The Greek connection relates to the verb 'yanó', meaning 'to sing', which ties the name to themes of joy and expression.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yanie
- Yaniyah
International Variants
- Yani (Indonesian)
- Yanna (Greek)
Famous people named Yani
Yani Tseng — professional golfer.
Yani H. — Indonesian singer.
Fictional characters named Yani
Yani — The Last Guardian.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yani was first seen in the United States in 1993. Yani has ranked as high as #1331 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Yani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yani (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 14 |