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Spanish names starting with Y include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to Spanish heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes Spanish-origin names so enduring.

Spanish names starting with Y — quick facts

  • 41 Spanish names begin with the letter Y
  • 32 girl names, 8 boy names
  • Spanish names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

Spanish Girl Names Starting With Y

32 girl names

#546
Spanish
small
#628
Spanish
defender of mankind
#689
Spanish
a combination of 'Yari' and 'Beth', often interpreted as 'God's promise'
#722
Spanish
God is my salvation
#762
Spanish
river or water
#785
Spanish
a form of the name Yolanda, meaning 'violet flower'
#854
Spanish
Used as a derivation of Yaira
#868
Spanish
God will uplift
#1015
Spanish
God is my salvation
#1047
Spanish
perhaps a variant of Isabel or similar name
#1085
Spanish
Belonging to the forest, or the good one
#1134
Spanish
God is gracious
#1176
Spanish
a form of Janice, meaning 'God is gracious'
#1238
Spanish
young woman.
#1369
Spanish
Earthworker; farmer
#1370
Spanish
beautiful
#1434
Spanish
a combination of names or unique creation
#1494
Spanish
Sweet bread, special dessert
#1498
Spanish
derived from 'Joseline'
#1545
Spanish
Variant of Yesenia, possibly derived from a geographical name.
#1654
Spanish
Possibly derived from 'Elena' meaning 'bright, shining light'.
#1876
Spanish
a form of the name 'Judy,' meaning praised.
#5540
Spanish↑ Rising
Derived from 'Juliet', youthful
#5942
Spanish
The name is a modern variant possibly derived from the name Yanis, meaning 'God is gracious'.
#9530
Spanish↑ Rising
little butterfly
Spanish
God's promise
Spanish
little flower
Spanish
a playful and joyful spirit
Spanish
Youthful
Spanish
The one who is of the north
Spanish↑ Rising
Derived from Yare
Spanish
A beloved name with deep roots

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Spanish Boy Names Starting With Y

8 boy names

#700
Spanish
A name that combines elements meaning 'strength' and 'rule.'
#782
Spanish
to shine; God will uplift
#1328
Spanish
to create or to make; God will establish
#7703
Spanish↑ Rising
God is gracious
#7710
Spanish↑ Rising
God will hear
#8225
Spanish↑ Rising
A modern name possibly derived from 'Yahweh is my strength'.
Spanish↑ Rising
Derived from Isidro, meaning 'the gift of Isidore' or 'one who stands in the presence of God'
Spanish
to rise, to elevate

Spanish Unisex Names Starting With Y

1 gender-neutral names

#9711
Spanish
young