336 Vibrant Boy Names That Start With Y

Y is the penultimate letter of the alphabet and is one of the least used letters for boy names, making it an exceptional naming option. The letter Y carries a rich history in names, drawing from various cultures and languages, including Hebrew and Sanskrit. These much sought-after meaningful appellations provide a strong sense of heritage and tradition.

Among these timeless classics, the Hebrew name Yael, meaning 'mountain goat,' shines like a star. It is an exquisite name for boys evoking agility, strength, and grace. For those desiring a religious and dignified name, Yusuf is an excellent option. With its origins in Hebrew and Arabic, and meaning 'God increases in piety, power, and influences,' it makes for a unique choice.

Explore our diverse collection of culturally rich and timeless baby boy names starting with Y, that continue to captivate parents worldwide. Each name, with its ancient roots or modern flair, exudes a unique charm and profound significance. From Yaachan to Ywain, there are scores of unique boy names with the letter Y in our list below.

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Yusuf
Baby Boy Sign Boy God increases; He will add
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Yosef
Baby Boy Sign Boy God shall add
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Yehuda
Baby Boy Sign Boy Praise
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Yousef
Baby Boy Sign Boy Jehovah increases
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Yahir
Baby Boy Sign Boy He will enlighten
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Yaakov
Baby Boy Sign Boy Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May God protect
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Yadiel
Baby Boy Sign Boy God's praise
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Yael
Baby Boy Sign Boy Mountain goat; Ibex
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Yahya
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious; Manly
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Yoel
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is God
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Yasir
Baby Boy Sign Boy To be rich; To become easy
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Youssef
Baby Boy Sign Boy God will add
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Yakov
Baby Boy Sign Boy Supplanter; May God protect; Holder of the heel
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Yuvaan
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Young person; Strong; Healthy; Excellent
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Yair
Baby Boy Sign Boy He shines
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Yasin
Baby Boy Sign Boy 36th chapter of the Quran
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Yerik
Baby Boy Sign Boy Freedom; Will
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Yeshua
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Savior; God is salvation
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Yazan
Baby Boy Sign Boy A determined man; A Himyarite king
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Yehoshua
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is salvation
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Yariel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Lion of God
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Yunus
Baby Boy Sign Boy Dove; Peaceful being; God's gift; Accomplishment
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Yohan
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious; Shine; Sparkle; Sunlight
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Yousuf
Baby Boy Sign Boy God increases; God will add
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Yousif
Baby Boy Sign Boy God will add
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Yuvraj
Baby Boy Sign Boy Heir apparent; Crown prince; Young prince
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Younis
Baby Girl Sign Girl Dove
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Yash
Baby Boy Sign Boy Glory; Fame; Success
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Yisrael
Baby Boy Sign Boy God contends
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Yechiel
Baby Boy Sign Boy May God live
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Yusef
Baby Boy Sign Boy He will add
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Yassin
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex 36th chapter of the Quran
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Yuvan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Youthful; God is gracious
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Yonatan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh has given
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Yadier
Baby Boy Sign Boy Friend; Companion
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Yug
Baby Boy Sign Boy Linking or joining something together; Era; Generation; World
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Yasser
Baby Girl Sign Girl To be rich; To become easy
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Yaqub
Baby Boy Sign Boy Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May god protect
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Yovani
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious
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Yosiah
Baby Boy Sign Boy God supports and heals
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Yamir
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Moon
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Yanis
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is gracious
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Yeshaya
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is salvation
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Yared
Baby Boy Sign Boy Descent; Descending
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Yiannis
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious
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Younes
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Dove
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Yohannes
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is gracious
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Yulian
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Downy-bearded
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Yechezkel
Baby Boy Sign Boy God will strengthen
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Yossi
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex He will add
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Yves
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yew
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Yoan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is gracious
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Yanni
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious
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Yamil
Baby Boy Sign Boy Beautiful; To be beautiful
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Yuvin
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Youth; A young adult; Excellent; Healthy; Strong
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Yaman
Baby Boy Sign Boy Goat; Intelligent; Efficient; Strong; Redoubtable; Stalwart
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Yazid
Baby Boy Sign Boy God will increase; To add
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Yonis
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Dove
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Yeriel
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is my light; God has taught me
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Yishai
Baby Boy Sign Boy Gift
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Yacob
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May God protect
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Yannis
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is gracious
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Yamen
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Right hand
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Yago
Baby Boy Sign Boy Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May God protect; Universally
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Yann
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is gracious
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Yahshua
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is salvation
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Yehia
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God's graciousness
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Yohanan
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious
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Yoni
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Yahweh has given
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Yuto
Baby Boy Sign Boy Permanence; Excellence; Superiority; Gentleness; Soar; Fly
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Yazeed
Baby Boy Sign Boy He who makes progress; Increasing; Adding
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Yaser
Baby Boy Sign Boy To be rich; To become easy
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Yoav
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is father
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Yeray
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Big; Grand
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Yugan
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Youth; Lord Murugan
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Yavin
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Understanding
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Yohaan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is gracious
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Yelina
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious
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Yuven
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Prince; Young; Youthful
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Yonas
Baby Boy Sign Boy Dove
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Yousaf
Baby Boy Sign Boy God increases; God will add
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Yates
Baby Boy Sign Boy Gates
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Yochanan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh is gracious
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Yashveer
Baby Girl Sign Girl Glorious; Brave
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Yassine
Baby Boy Sign Boy 36th chapter of the Quran
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Yahweh
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex I am who I am; God
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Yazin
Baby Boy Sign Boy Strong, determined, ambitious
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Yaqoob
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May god protect
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Yusha
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Yahweh is salvation; To save
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Yitzhak
Baby Boy Sign Boy He laughs; Laughter
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Yohann
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious
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Yusei
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Planetary; Help; Save; Righteous friend
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Yakob
Baby Boy Sign Boy Supplanter; May God protect; Holder of the heel
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Yasiin
Baby Girl Sign Girl 36th chapter of the Quran
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Yaw
Baby Boy Sign Boy Born on Thursday
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Yuli
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Downy-bearded
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Yoshihiro
Baby Boy Sign Boy Common good
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Yani
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Peace; Yahweh is gracious
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Yosif
Baby Boy Sign Boy He will add
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Yerachmiel
Baby Boy Sign Boy God will have mercy
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So why wait? Embark on this journey to choose the perfect name for your little one. Y names offer more than an initial letter; each carries a meaningful story and history. Our comprehensive guide presents a curated collection of intriguing and significant Y names for baby boys. Discover the beauty and magic within each name, making an informed and heartfelt choice that will resonate for generations to come.

Infographic: Elegant Names Starting With Letter Y With Meanings

The letter Y is used sparingly for naming little ones, making it an outstanding option. Discover the allure of "Y" names, sparingly used yet remarkable. Rooted in diverse cultures, they captivate with their distinct charm. Find the perfect fit for your precious little one from the list in the infographic below.

unique baby names starting with the letter y (infographic)

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are rare baby names that start with Y?

Yuma (chief's son), Yuri (farmer), Yael (God's strength), and Yanc (Jan 1's son) are some rare baby names starting with the letter Y.

2. Which easy to pronounce baby boy names start with Y?

Yale, derived from a Welsh surname meaning 'fertile upland,' and Yash, originating from the Sanskrit word yashas, meaning 'fame,' 'praise,' or 'glory,' are easy-to-pronounce baby boy names that start with the letter Y. A few more names to the list include Yves, Yaron, Yazan, and Yarrow.

3. Which baby boy names inspired by famous personalities start with Y?

Yanni is a diminutive of Yiannis. A famous namesake of this name is Greek composer, keyboardist, pianist, and music producer Yiannis Chryssomallis who is believed to have contributed to the name's popularity. Yuri, a Russian-origin name, came into the limelight due to a noteworthy Soviet cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin. He was the first person to enter outer space. Yasser, an Arabic-origin name, garnered attention due to Yasser Arafat, the world renowned leader of the Palestine Liberation Organisation.

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