"healer"
Origin: Greek (via Jason)
Language: Spanish
Yeison
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Meaning & Origin
"God is gracious (via Hebrew Yeshua)"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Spanish
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The Story of Yeison
Yeison is the Spanish phonetic spelling of Jason, derived from the Greek name Iason meaning healer, or alternatively connected to the Hebrew name Yeshua meaning God is gracious. In Colombia, Venezuela, and other Latin American countries, English names are often adapted to Spanish phonetics, creating unique local variants. Yeison reflects this creative naming tradition.
Yeison is particularly popular in Colombia, where phonetic Spanish adaptations of English names became fashionable in the late 20th century. Names like Brayan (Bryan), Yeferson (Jefferson), and Yeison represent a distinctive Colombian naming culture.
In Colombia and parts of Venezuela, phonetically spelled English names became a way for working-class families to connect with international culture while maintaining Spanish pronunciation. Yeison represents this vibrant cultural phenomenon.
Historical Record
Yeison first appeared in US Social Security records in 1991.
Over 622 babies have been named Yeison in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yeison is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,834 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Yeison is particularly common in Colombia, where phonetic English names became fashionable from the 1980s onward
- Jason/Yeison comes from the Greek mythological hero who led the Argonauts to find the Golden Fleece
- This naming style of phonetic English names is sometimes called anglicized names in Colombian naming culture
Yeison in Other Languages
Greek
Ιάσων
French
Jason
English
Jason
Spanish
Yeison
Portuguese
Jaison
Popularity Over Time
#2,834
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Yeison
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Yeison Jiménez
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1990
Colombian vallenato and popular music singer known as El Panita del Pueblo
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Jason (Greek hero) Fictional
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Hero of Greek mythology who led the Argonauts on a quest for the Golden Fleece
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,834
- Total SSA Count
- 45
- Cultural Origins
- Latin American Colombian Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Yei
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yeison
What does the name Yeison mean?
"healer" (from Greek (via Jason)). "God is gracious (via Hebrew Yeshua)" (from Hebrew). Yeison is the Spanish phonetic spelling of Jason, derived from the Greek name Iason meaning healer, or alternatively connected to the Hebrew name Yeshua meaning God is gracious. In Colombia, Venezuela, and other Latin American countries, English names are often adapted to Spanish phonetics, creating unique local variants. Yeison reflects this creative naming tradition.
What is the origin of the name Yeison?
Yeison has Greek (via Jason), Hebrew, Latin American, Colombian, and Spanish origins. In Greek (via Jason), it means "healer". In Hebrew, it means "God is gracious (via Hebrew Yeshua)".
Is Yeison a boy or girl name?
Yeison is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Yeison?
Yeison is currently ranked #2834 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Yeison?
Common nicknames for Yeison include Yei.
What are good middle names for Yeison?
Popular middle name pairings include Yeison Andres, Yeison Felipe, Yeison David, Yeison Miguel, Yeison Alejandro, Yeison Sebastian, and Yeison Omar.
What are good sibling names for Yeison?
Names that pair well with Yeison as siblings include Brayan, Yeferson, Jhon, Dayan, Stefany, Julieth, Alejandra, and Xiomara.
How many syllables does Yeison have?
Yeison has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Yeison a common or rare name?
Yeison is an uncommon name, ranked #2834 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Yeison
Yeison is a boy name with Latin American, Colombian, and Spanish origins . The name means "healer" in Greek (via Jason) .
Yeison is currently ranked #2,834 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Yeison has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Yeison include Yei. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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