Holding steady.
Popularity of Yobana since 1977
Babies named Yobana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 47 |
| 2000s | 48 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Yobana is a modern, rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1977. It peaked in usage in 2001 but has not broken into the top 1000, keeping it an uncommon choice. The name's trajectory has been stable since its peak, suggesting consistent but low-level use. Its origins are unclear, though it likely is a modern coinage influenced by Spanish or English naming patterns. With no top states to indicate regional popularity, Yobana remains a name without strong geographic ties.
Yobana first appeared in U.S. records in 1977. It is a modern coinage, likely influenced by the Spanish Yovana or as a feminine form of John (via Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'). The name peaked in usage in 2001 but has remained rare, with no strong etymological tradition.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yo, Bana, Yana
Sibling names for Yobana
Names that share Yobana's style, for a brother or sister.
