Christian Baby Boy Names Starting With Y
103 names with meanings and origins.
103 Christian boy names that start with Y. Indian Christian names combine Biblical and saints' names with Indian languages, especially in Kerala, Goa, Tamil Nadu and the North-East.
Popular christian boy names with Y: Yaakov, Yair, Yesmina. Open any name for its meaning, Devanagari or native spelling, rashi and nakshatra.
Top picks
- Yaakov — “A Hebrew name meaning one who supplants. It is the original form of the name Jacob, famously borne by the biblical patriarch.”
- Yair — “A Hebrew name meaning to enlighten or shine. It also carries the meaning that God will teach.”
- Yesmina — “Derived from Hebrew, this name represents the strength found in the right hand.”
- Yiftach — “Opens.”
- Yoel — “God prevails.”
- Yehuda — “A Hebrew name meaning praised or let him be praised, and is the root of the name Judah in historical contexts.”
- Yehudi — “Praise god; variant of judah: praise. the praised one”
- Yagil — “This Hebrew name translates to 'he will rejoice,' representing a spirit of celebration and future happiness.”
- Yeshua — “A name with deep spiritual significance, known as Jesus' nickname, connecting your child to a powerful and kingly heritage.”
- Yusef — “The Arabic form of the Hebrew name Joseph, meaning God shall multiply or God increases. It is a significant name in several religious traditions.”
- Yaacovיעקב
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Heel-grabber; supplanter”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning one who supplants. It is the original form of the name Jacob, famously borne by the biblical patriarch.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern name likely derived from Yachiel, a Hebrew name meaning God lives.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Yadir, a Hebrew name meaning friend.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Strength of god.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name translates to 'he will rejoice,' representing a spirit of celebration and future happiness.”
- Yahavיהב
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Direction or hope”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means "God is my light"; a modern Hebrew-inspired name.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means "he will enlighten"; a variant of the Hebrew name Yair.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning to enlighten or shine. It also carries the meaning that God will teach.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A masculine variant of the Hebrew name Yair, meaning "he will enlighten".”
Boy · English · “Precious ; dear”
Boy · English · “God's grace yanis - god's gift”
Boy · English · “The englishman (the word later became `yankee')”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A combination of the Hebrew Yan, meaning "God is gracious," and the Hebrew name Ariel, meaning "lion of God."”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means God has answered; a Hebrew name derived from Yan and El.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern blend of Yana and the Hebrew suffix -iel meaning "God". It is a contemporary name.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that refers to the River Jordan, frequently used in contemporary Israel as a unisex given name.”
Boy · English · “Enclosed meadow”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means city of light; a modern Hebrew name combining Yare and El.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Appointed by god.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Appointed by god.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the Hebrew name Yared, meaning descent.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “A name of Hebrew origin, possibly meaning cloud or derived from Yared.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means God is my light, a modern name of Hebrew and Spanish influence. It is often used in Hispanic communities.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Jaxel, which is a modern form of the Hebrew name Joel, meaning "the Lord is God".”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the Somali name Yahye, which is the equivalent of the Hebrew name John, meaning God is gracious.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God will live”
- Yedidiaידידיה
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “From Hebrew 'Yedidyah,' meaning friend of God. An ancient, meaningful name reflecting a close, personal relationship with the divine.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Beloved by god.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Beloved by god.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means God is my judge; a Hebrew name of biblical origin.”
- Yehoramיהורם
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “From Hebrew 'Yehoram,' meaning the Lord is exalted. A formal, traditional name emphasizing divine reverence in Hebrew culture.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning praised or let him be praised, and is the root of the name Judah in historical contexts.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Praise god; variant of judah: praise. the praised one”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variation of Jaden, a Hebrew name meaning God has heard, often used to signify faith.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning God is my strength.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A blend of the prefix Yen and the Hebrew suffix el, meaning God, common in modern Caribbean naming.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Appointed by god.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Beloved by god.”
- Yeruhamירוחם
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “From the Hebrew phrase 'God will have mercy'. It is a traditional name reflecting faith in divine compassion.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A name with deep spiritual significance, known as Jesus' nickname, connecting your child to a powerful and kingly heritage.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Derived from Hebrew, this name represents the strength found in the right hand.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means "God is salvation"; a modern Hebrew-derived name combining Yetsa and the suffix -el.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern name likely blending Yeth and the Hebrew suffix -el, meaning "God."”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern variant of the Hebrew name Yeziel, meaning "God is my salvation".”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the Hebrew name Yael, which means mountain goat.”
- Yigalיגאל
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Derived from the Hebrew verb 'yigal', meaning 'he will redeem'. Traditionally used to express hope for divine salvation.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name for boys translates to 'shall be redeemed,' suggesting a future of restoration or spiritual recovery.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variation of a Hebrew masculine name meaning 'shall be redeemed,' carrying themes of salvation and hope.”
- Yinonינון
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “He will be established”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A traditional Hebrew name meaning "he will laugh". It refers to the biblical Isaac.”
- Yoavיואב
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God is father”
- Yohananיוחנן
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God is gracious”
Boy · English · “Resembling the violet flower”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Dove.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning dove of God, combining Yona and the suffix -el.”
Boy · English · “Derives from jonah”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A combination of the name Yo and the Hebrew suffix -el, meaning "God."”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the name Johnny, which is a Hebrew name meaning God is gracious.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A diminutive form of John, which is of Hebrew origin meaning God is gracious.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern, phonetically spelled variation of the Hebrew name Jordan, meaning flowing down.”
Boy · Dutch · “Form of george.”
Boy · Irish · “Yew tree; from the bear estate; from the yew tree”
- Yosefयोसेफ
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Marathi Christian transliteration of Joseph, representing the biblical hope that God shall add or increase.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the Hebrew name Joseph used in various African languages. It carries the meaning he will add.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God will add or increase”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Marathi Christian transliteration of Joseph, representing the biblical hope that God shall add or increase.”
- Yossiיוסי
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God will increase”
- Yotamיותם
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God is good”
Boy · English · “He will enlarge”
Boy · English · “Born at christmas”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern variation of the name Yuniel, often associated with the name Yoni, a Hebrew name meaning "God has given."”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “The Arabic form of the Hebrew name Joseph, meaning God shall multiply or God increases. It is a significant name in several religious traditions.”
Boy · English · “A prophet's name(joseph)”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Praise.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Brook.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Beloved.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “He will judge.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Supplanter.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Supplanter.”
Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift of god.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gods child.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Handsome.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Descendent.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “To understand.”
Boy · English · “Eagle's roost”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Singer.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Understanding.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Rich gift.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gods help.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Exalt.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Loves god.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “To come down.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God lends.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Opens.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gods prince.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Reward.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Plenty.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Humorous.”
Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God prevails.”
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