Rising since 1990, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Yeimi since 1988
Babies named Yeimi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 59 |
| 2000s | 309 |
| 2010s | 232 |
| 2020s | 156 |
Meaning & origin
Yeimi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1988, making it a relatively recent addition. It peaked in popularity in 2006, though it remains uncommon, with a rank of 5238 in 2025 and about 1 in 66969 girls given the name. The name has been rising in use since the 1990s and is most concentrated in Texas. Its exact origins are unclear, but it likely represents a creative respelling of Yami or Jamie, reflecting modern naming trends that favor unique phonetic renderings.
Yeimi is a modern respelling of names like Yami or Jamie, likely influenced by Spanish phonetics. The name emerged in the late 20th century, first recorded in the U.S. in 1988. It remains rare, with a rank of 5238 in 2025, and is most common in Texas.
Where Yeimi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yei, Mimi
Sibling names for Yeimi
Names that share Yeimi's style, for a brother or sister.
