Yaffa

“beautiful” — Associated with the idea of beauty and attractiveness

Israel origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12127US 2023

8Births / yr

↓Falling

396All-time births

📅 Since 195900

What does Yaffa mean and where does it come from?

The name Yaffa (יפעה) is of Hebrew origin and means 'beautiful'. It is commonly used in Israel and is associated with the idea of beauty and attractiveness. The name has biblical connotations and is related to the Hebrew word 'yofi', meaning 'beauty'. Yaffa is also a less common variant of the name

Cultural significance

Yaffa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beautiful.

Peak popularity

Reached #5862 in 1973 — currently #12127 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yaffa?

Yaffa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yaffa Grace

How popular is Yaffa right now?

Falling — down 2489 spots — currently #12127 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#12127 · Top 8.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12127	8	▼ down 2489 · -27% births
2022	#9638	11	▼ down 1632 · -21% births
2021	#8006	14	▲ up 445 · +17% births
2020	#8451	12	▲ up 93 · -8% births
2015	#8544	13	▲ up 5149 · +86% births
2010	#13693	7	▼ down 431
2005	#13262	7	▼ down 3200 · -22% births
2000	#10062	9	▼ down 530 · +13% births
1990	#9532	8	▲ up 1671 · +60% births
1985	#11203	5	▼ down 1552
1975	#9651	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yaffa

Best Year2021Rank #8006

Peak Count14

Average Rank#10379

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 202311 years

The story of Yaffa

Yaffa entered American naming records in 1959 and has been in use for over 65 years. With 396 total births recorded, Yaffa remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9651 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12127 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yaffa in 1973:

Jennifer Amy Michelle Kimberly Lisa

Yaffa by decade

Yaffa peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	5
1970s	47
1980s	63
1990s	56
2000s ★	108
2010s	105
2020s	12

💎Yaffa has only 396 total recorded births since 1959 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yaffa?

Common

YafYa

What names sound and feel like Yaffa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yaffa also consider these

Hebrew · God is gracious

Yahra

Arabic · يَحْرَى

Yarra

Australia · ever-flowing river

Yasma

American · One who brings

Yahav

Israel · يָהָב - 'to

How is Yaffa written in other languages?

יָפָה

Hebrew

What are the boy versions of Yaffa?

Jaffe HEBREW Yafe HEBREW Yaffe HEBREW

Common questions about the name Yaffa

What does the name Yaffa mean?

Yaffa means "beautiful" — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Yaffa?

Yaffa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Yaffa?

Yaffa originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Yaffa a common or rare name?

Yaffa is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Yaffa?

Yaffa naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.