Yobany

“Derived from 'Yovany', meaning 'God is gracious'”

Cuba origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10749US 2021

7Births / yr

↓Falling

222All-time births

📅 Since 199000

What does Yobany mean and where does it come from?

Yobany is a Spanish variant of the name Yovany, which is itself derived from the Hebrew name John, meaning 'God is gracious' (יוֹחָנָן). The name is common in Cuban culture and throughout Latin American communities. It may be less recognized outside of these regions, but it carries the classic quali

Cultural significance

Yobany has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Cuba-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'yovany', meaning 'god is gracious'.

Peak popularity

Reached #5078 in 2002 — currently #10749 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yobany?

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

Yobany Grace

How popular is Yobany right now?

Falling — down 839 spots — currently #10749 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2021#10749 · Top 7.9%

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1995

2000

2005

2010

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2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#10749	7	▼ down 839
2020	#9910	7	▲ up 254
2010	#10164	7	▼ down 2754 · -30% births
2005	#7410	10	▼ down 2168 · -29% births
2000	#5242	14	▲ up 1640 · +75% births
1995	#6882	8	▲ up 1222 · +33% births
1990	#8104	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yobany

Best Year2000Rank #5242

Peak Count14

Average Rank#8352

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20217 years

The story of Yobany

Yobany is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 222 total births recorded, Yobany remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8104 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10749 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Yobany in 2002:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Yobany by decade

Yobany peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	60
2000s ★	116
2010s	39
2020s	7

💎Yobany has only 222 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yobany?

Common

YobYobieYobyObany

What names sound and feel like Yobany?

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

Yovany

Spanish · God is gracious

Yordany

Cuba · He who descends.

Yosvany

Cuba · God is my

Jobany

American · he will be

Latin · Jehovah has been

Govany

Spanish · a variant of

Common questions about the name Yobany

What does the name Yobany mean?

Yobany means "Derived from 'Yovany', meaning 'God is gracious'" — a name rooted in Cuba 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 Yobany?

Yobany is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy 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 Yobany?

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

What sibling names go well with Yobany?

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

Is Yobany a common or rare name?

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