Yeferson

“a modern variant of the name Jefferson, often translated to mean 'son of Jeffrey.'”

Colombia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3408US 2023

35Births / yr

↑Rising

27All-time births

📅 Since 200900

How to pronounce Yeferson

YEF·ERS·UHN

/ˈjɛf.ˈɛrs.ˈən/ · stress on YEF · 3 syllables

“a modern variant of the name Jefferson, often translated to mean 'son of Jeffrey.'”

Colombia origin · Boy name

What does Yeferson mean and where does it come from?

Yeferson is a variation of the name Jefferson, commonly used in Colombia and Venezuela. The name Jefferson itself has English origins, derived from 'Jeffrey', which means 'peace' and 'journey'. Yeferson reflects the tendency in Spanish-speaking countries to modify names for easier pronunciation and

Cultural significance

Yeferson has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Colombia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern variant of the name jefferson, often translated to mean 'son of jeffrey.'.

Peak popularity

Reached #7875 in 2020 — currently #3408 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yeferson?

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

Yeferson Grace

How popular is Yeferson right now?

Rising fast — up 1602 spots — currently #3408 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#3408 · Top 2.5%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3408	35	▲ up 1602 · +75% births
2022	#5010	20	▲ up 2065 · +67% births
2021	#7075	12	▲ up 800 · +20% births
2020	#7875	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yeferson

Best Year2023Rank #3408

Peak Count35

Average Rank#5842

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Yeferson

Yeferson is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2009. With 27 total births recorded, Yeferson remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7875 in 2020 to #3408 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yeferson in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Yeferson by decade

Yeferson peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	5
2010s ★	12
2020s	10

💎Yeferson has only 27 total recorded births since 2009 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yeferson?

Common

YefYefieYefyErson

What names sound and feel like Yeferson?

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

Jeferson

American · English

Emerson

American · son of Emery

English · A English name

Everson

English · son of Ever

Common questions about the name Yeferson

What does the name Yeferson mean?

Yeferson means "a modern variant of the name Jefferson, often translated to mean 'son of Jeffrey.'" — a name rooted in Colombia 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 Yeferson?

Yeferson is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yeferson have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Yeferson?

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

How do you pronounce the name Yeferson?

Yeferson is a three-syllable name pronounced Y EH1 F EH1 R S AH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Yeferson?

Yeferson pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Colombia heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.