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Yam

Pronunciation: [ y-AM ]

Boy Name #14,031 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Yam is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced y-AM.

Parents who love the name Yam often also consider Yancy, Yancey, Yale .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #14,031
Total SSA Count: 7

Alternative Spellings

Yaman #2073 Yamir #2537 Yamen #3876 Yamin #4496

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yam

Is Yam a boy or girl name?

Yam is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Yam?

Yam is pronounced y-AM.

How popular is the name Yam?

Yam is currently ranked #14031 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Yam a common or rare name?

Yam is an uncommon name, ranked #14031 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yam

Yam is a boy name .

Yam is currently ranked #14,031 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Yam include Yaman, Yamir, Yamen, Yamin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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