The nameYamine
Yamine is an Arabic boy's name, given steadily in France and rising since the 2000s.
- Boy's name
- Arabic
Meaning
It comes from the Arabic yamin, "the right hand", a symbol of blessing and good fortune.
Origin
Arabic.
History
Found in France since 1959, Yamine has risen since the 2000s and is now at its highest level.
Popularity of the name Yamine
Yamine in France
Yamine was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 455 births over the decade, 27% of all recorded babies named Yamine. Its rise began around 1973, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Yamine in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 60 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yamine mean?
It comes from the Arabic yamin, "the right hand", a symbol of blessing and good fortune.
What is the origin of the name Yamine?
Arabic.
Is Yamine a girl's or a boy's name?
Yamine is a boy's name.