What does Yessenia mean?

Spanish: 'flower'; Arabic: 'God is gracious'

Is Yessenia a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Yessenia is commonly used as a Girl name.

How popular is Yessenia?

It’s currently ranked #918 in the U.S. Recent trend: Falling.

How do you pronounce Yessenia?

yeh-SEN-ee-ah · IPA: //jɛˈsɛn.i.ə//

Yessenia Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationyeh-SEN-ee-ah / jɛˈsɛn.i.ə

Spanish; Arabic

Meaning

Spanish: 'flower'; Arabic: 'gift'

Historical & Cultural Background

Yessenia is a name that has roots in both Spanish and Arabic cultures. It is often associated with beauty and nature due to its meaning related to flowers. The name has gained popularity in various Spanish-speaking countries and among Hispanic communities in the United States. Its unique sound and floral connotation make it appealing to many parents.

Trend Summary

Yessenia has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly among Hispanic families.

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Famous people named Yessenia

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Fictional characters named Yessenia

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Sibling Suggestions

Yasmin Yara Yvette Yvonne Yasmine

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Yessenia was first seen in the United States in 1988. Yessenia has ranked as high as #1220 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Yessenia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Yessenia (1990)

State	Births	Share
CA	5	100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
1988	5
1990	7