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Yosemite

Pronunciation: [ y-ohs-EHM-iht-ee ]

Girl Name #45,633 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Yosemite is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced y-ohs-EHM-iht-ee.

Parents who love the name Yosemite often also consider Shakeidra, Xochithl, Oneshia .

Popularity Over Time

#45,633
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#45,633
Total SSA Count
5

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Nicknames

Yos Yoy Yosie Yoseie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yosemite

Is Yosemite a boy or girl name?
Yosemite is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Yosemite?
Yosemite is pronounced y-ohs-EHM-iht-ee.
How popular is the name Yosemite?
Yosemite is currently ranked #45633 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Yosemite?
Common nicknames for Yosemite include Yos, Yoy, Yosie, and Yoseie.
Is Yosemite a common or rare name?
Yosemite is an uncommon name, ranked #45633 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yosemite

Yosemite is a girl name .

Yosemite is currently ranked #45,633 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Yosemite include Yos, Yoy, Yosie, and Yoseie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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

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