475 Baby Girl Names That Start With Letter Y
Explore these Y-starting baby girl names and yield a yowza-worthy choice!
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Naming a child is a memorable journey where many parents take a unique approach and name their children after a particular letter. Baby girl names starting with Y are a choice that is worth considering. Generally, the letter 'Y' isn't much used for baby girl names, which adds to their unmistakable charm that draws parents looking for unusual options for their daughters. Names beginning with the letter Y exude an air of mystery and elegance. Throughout history, people have valued them for their beauty and significance. Rooted in various cultures and languages, names starting with the letter Y offer a plethora of meanings and resonances. For those who value heritage, some chic options are Yvette (a skilled archer), which oozes sophistication, or Yvonne (an archer's bow), used to honor notable women for years. Names like Yara (water lady) and Yasmine (jasmine flower) can be ideal selections to reflect the world's beauty if you're drawn to nature's wonders. Many names also draw inspiration from mythological figures in ancient civilizations or gods and deities across different religions. Parents opt for them, hoping that the divine will bless their children with happiness and prosperity. In numerology, the letter Y is associated with the number 7. Individuals with a name beginning with the letter Y are believed to be highly introspective and understanding. They are considered to have sharp analytical and critical thinking skills. Non-conformity, perfectionism, and preference for solitude are some more traits that individuals with such names are believed to possess. However, these associations are just assumptions and may not hold for everyone with a name that begins with the letter H. So, pick a name with a broader perspective. Whether you're looking for names rooted in religion or those adorned with virtues, the list below provides diverse options with deep meanings. Scroll down and keep exploring!
| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 Yolanthe |  Girl | Strong | |
| Yoli |  Unisex | Violet flower | |
| Yolihuani | Girl | Source of life | |
| Yoloxochitl | Girl | Flower of the heart | |
| Yoly | Unisex | Violet flower | |
| Yom | Unisex | from the banks or side of a river or from the village | |
| Yomawu | Girl | Call on God | |
| Yomi | Unisex | Underworld; Land of the dead | |
| Yomii | Unisex | Unique; Energetic; Adventurous | |
| Yon | Girl | Lotus blossom | |
| Yona | Unisex | Dove, dove-eyed, peaceful | |
| Yonael | Unisex | Gift of God | |
| Yonah | Unisex | Dove; Gift of God | |
| Yong | Unisex | Perpetual, eternal | |
| Yoni | Unisex | God's gift | |
| Yoninah | Girl | Little dove | |
| Yonis | Unisex | Strong-willed, confident, leader | |
| Yonita | Girl | Dove | |
| Yonna | Unisex | Bear | |
| Yoon | Girl | Allow; Consent | |
| Yoona | Girl | Graceful; Talented; Radiant | |
| Yoram | Girl | Exalted by God | |
| Yordana | Girl | To flow down | |
| Yordanka | Girl | To flow | |
| Yorel | Unisex | God is my light | |
| Yori | Unisex | Dependable, loyal | |
| York | Unisex | Yew tree settlement | |
| Yoruba | Girl | Peace | |
| Yoselin | Girl | Little Goth | |
| Yosemite | Unisex | Killer | |
| Yosepha | Girl | God will add | |
| Yosha | Unisex | Lovely lady; Charming | |
| Yoshiko | Girl | Child of happiness; Good child | |
| Yoshita | Girl | Women; Lady | |
| Yoshon | Girl | Victorious; Triumphant | |
| Yoshua | Unisex | God is salvation | |
| Yosifa | Girl | God will increase; Feminine form of Joseph | |
| Yosohn | Unisex | Unique; Creative; Brilliant | |
| Yosra | Unisex | Prosperous or successful | |
| Yossi | Unisex | Gift of God | |
| Yostina | Unisex | Faithful; Devoted to God | |
| You | Unisex | Unique; Independent; Creative | |
| Youmna | Girl | Righteous, blessed, content | |
| Younes | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| Young | Unisex | Youthful, energetic, lively | |
| Young Mi | Girl | Prosperity, eternal and beautiful | |
| Young-Il | Girl | The most prosperous of all | |
| Young-Soon | Girl | Mild and flowery | |
| Younis | Girl | Dove; Peaceful | |
| Younus | Unisex | Prophet Jonah | |
| Youri | Unisex | Farmer or earthworker | |
| Yousha | Girl | A young girl | |
| Yousra | Girl | Gift from God | |
| Yovan | Unisex | Gift of God | |
| Yovana | Girl | Gift from God | |
| Yovanka | Girl | Graceful, noble, protects | |
| Yovanna | Girl | God is gracious | |
| Yovela | Girl | Rejoice; Full Of Joy | |
| Yoyo | Unisex | Playful; Energetic | |
| Ysa | Girl | Creative, independent, unique | |
| Ysabeau | Girl | God's promise; Pledged to God | |
| Ysabela | Girl | Graceful, strong, and independent | |
| Ysabella | Girl | God's promise | |
| Ysabelle | Girl | Consecrated to God | |
| Ysella | Girl | Modest | |
| Ysla | Unisex | Island | |
| Ysolda | Girl | Fair lady | |
| Ysrael | Unisex | God will prevail | |
| Yu | Unisex | Precious, gentle, enduring | |
| Yua | Unisex | Binding love; Affectionate love | |
| Yubhashana | Girl | A name for Goddess Mahalakshmi | |
| Yubin | Girl | Jewel; Precious | |
| Yuda | Girl | War | |
| Yudi | Unisex | God is with us | |
| Yudith | Unisex | Feminine, noble, and strong | |
| Yue | Girl | Moon; Joy | |
| Yuga | Unisex | Age or era | |
| Yugan | Unisex | Eternal; Everlasting | |
| Yugi | Unisex | Game; Playful one | |
| Yugo | Girl | Unity or to join | |
| Yuhan | Unisex | Gift of the universe | |
| Yui | Unisex | Binding, gentle, delicate | |
| Yuina | Unisex | Peaceful, graceful, gentle | |
| Yujin | Unisex | Abundance or precious treasure | |
| Yuka | Unisex | Good; Beautiful | |
| Yukari | Unisex | To go far; Abundant | |
| Yuki | Unisex | Wintery, snow, happiness | |
| Yukiko | Girl | Snow child | |
| Yukina | Girl | Snowy or gentle snow | |
| Yukino | Unisex | Snowy | |
| Yukio | Unisex | Snow boy | |
| Yuko | Unisex | Elegant and gentle | |
| Yukon | Unisex | Big river | |
| Yuktha | Unisex | One who is capable; Resourceful | |
| Yukti | Girl | Trick or solution | |
| Yula | Unisex | Youthful; Youthful strength | |
| Yulagamahadevi | Girl | Young girl | |
| Yulaganayaki | Girl | The earth | |
| Yuli | Unisex | Youthful, charming, intelligent | |
| Yulian | Unisex | Youthful and light-hearted | |
Baby names starting with Y have many unique options that stand out. These names have diverse origins and deep meanings. They often carry significant cultural or religious associations that add to their charm and beauty. Remember, a name is integral to one's identity, so take time and explore the above list. It has names from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, which parents can embrace based on their preferences and likings.
Infographic: Unique Baby Girl Names Starting With Y
The names beginning with the letter Y are often considered unique because the letter is one of the final ones in the alphabet. This distinctiveness of the letter entices many parents to consider a name with this letter for their baby. In the following infographic, we present some of the finest baby girl names beginning with the letter Y.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What baby girl names start with Y and are easy to pronounce?
Names like Yasmin (yas-MEEN), meaning ‘jasmine,’ Yulia (yoo-lee-uh), meaning ‘youthful,’ and Yolanda (yo-LAN-da), meaning ‘violet’ have easy pronunciations. However, it may vary from culture to culture, and it is always best to consult a native speaker.
2. What are some celebrity baby girl names that start with Y?
Several celebrity baby girl names start with the letter "Y." For instance, Yara Shahidi is an American actress best known for her roles in TV shows like 'Black-ish' and 'Grown-ish.' Similarly, Yvonne Strahovski is an Australian actress known for her role in the TV series 'Chuck' and 'The Handmaid's Tale.'
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