Yankee

Q: How popular is the name Yankee?

Yankee is ranked #43052 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ y-ANGK-ee ]

Boy Name #43,052 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Yankee is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced y-ANGK-ee.

Parents who love the name Yankee often also consider Napat, Najih, .

Popularity Over Time

#43,052

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #43,052
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Yanky #3765

Nicknames

Yan Yay Yanie Yankie

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Yankee Angel

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Yankee Brooks

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Yankee Charles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yankee

Is Yankee a boy or girl name?

Yankee is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Yankee?

Yankee is pronounced y-ANGK-ee.

How popular is the name Yankee?

Yankee is currently ranked #43052 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Yankee?

Common nicknames for Yankee include Yan, Yay, Yanie, and Yankie.

Is Yankee a common or rare name?

Yankee is an uncommon name, ranked #43052 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yankee

Yankee is a boy name .

Yankee is currently ranked #43,052 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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

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