Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Yeni since 1976
Babies named Yeni per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 22 |
| 1980s | 99 |
| 1990s | 130 |
| 2000s | 165 |
| 2010s | 28 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Yeni is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1976. It reached its peak popularity in 2003, when it was given to more babies than in any other year since. Over the decades, its usage has remained stable, never entering widespread use. In 2025, the name ranked 14,942, indicating it is given to approximately 1 in every 321,453 newborns. While the exact origin is unclear, Yeni may have been influenced by names like Yenni or the Turkish word for 'new.' It has no strong ties to any specific state or region, as top state data is unavailable. Parents drawn to short, melodic names might consider Yeni for its simplicity and uniqueness.
Yeni is a modern name that emerged in the United States in the late 20th century. It may be a variant of Yenni, itself a diminutive of Jennifer, or a creative spelling of the Turkish word 'yeni' meaning 'new'. The name has been recorded since 1976, with its peak popularity in 2003.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Yenni
Sibling names for Yeni
Names that share Yeni's style, for a brother or sister.
