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Yahnis

Boy Name #31,416 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Yahnis is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Yahnis often also consider Zig, Estella, Virlyn .

Popularity Over Time

#31,416
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#31,416
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Yah Yay Yahie Yahnie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yahnis

Is Yahnis a boy or girl name?
Yahnis is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Yahnis?
Yahnis is currently ranked #31416 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Yahnis?
Common nicknames for Yahnis include Yah, Yay, Yahie, and Yahnie.
Is Yahnis a common or rare name?
Yahnis is an uncommon name, ranked #31416 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yahnis

Yahnis is a boy name .

Yahnis is currently ranked #31,416 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Yahnis include Yah, Yay, Yahie, and Yahnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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