Declining since 2007, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Yamilette since 1979
Babies named Yamilette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 115 |
| 2000s | 268 |
| 2010s | 162 |
| 2020s | 61 |
Meaning & origin
Yamilette entered U.S. naming records in 1979, a relatively late emergence consistent with many modern invented names. Its peak came in 2007, when the name ranked highest, reflecting a broader trend of creative Spanish-influenced feminines. Since then, usage has fallen: as of 2025, the name sits at rank 10,917, with an incidence of 1 in 200,908 births. The name did not concentrate in any particular state, suggesting scattered, nationwide use. While its etymology is uncertain, Yamilette likely builds on the familiar Yamila or Yamilet pattern, adding a French-sounding diminutive suffix -ette. This blend of modern invention and melodic styling explains its modest but persistent appeal.
Yamilette is a modern feminine name that first appeared in the United States in 1979. It likely arose as a creative elaboration of names like Yamila or Yamilet, which themselves derive from Arabic roots meaning 'beautiful' or 'princess,' though the direct lineage is unclear. The name gained modest popularity in the 1990s and 2000s, peaking in 2007.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yami, Lette, Milly
Sibling names for Yamilette
Names that share Yamilette's style, for a brother or sister.
