Yemaya
Girl nameYemaya has been given to 495 babies in the U.S. since 1991. It peaked in 2023. In 2025, about 1 in 51,847 girls was named Yemaya.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
495
Peak year
2023 (57 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1991
10-year trend
▲ +72%
Gender split
All girls
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Sibling name ideas for Yemaya
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FAQ
How popular is the name Yemaya?
Yemaya has been given to 495 babies in the U.S. since 1991. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Yemaya peak?
Yemaya peaked in 2023, when 57 babies were given the name.
Is Yemaya a girl or boy name?
Yemaya is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Yemaya are girls).
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