Yaniv

Q: How popular is the name Yaniv?

Yaniv is ranked #40280 in popularity for boy names.

Boy Name #40,280 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

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

Parents who love the name Yaniv often also consider Shamsuddin, Vi, Hyon .

Popularity Over Time

#40,280

Current Rank

Peaked 1985 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #40,280
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Yanis #2434

Nicknames

Yan Yay Yanie

Middle Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yaniv

Is Yaniv a boy or girl name?

Yaniv is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Yaniv?

Yaniv is currently ranked #40280 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Yaniv?

Common nicknames for Yaniv include Yan, Yay, and Yanie.

Is Yaniv a common or rare name?

Yaniv is an uncommon name, ranked #40280 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yaniv

Yaniv is a boy name .

Yaniv is currently ranked #40,280 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Yaniv include Yan, Yay, and Yanie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Yaniv include Yanis . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.