The nameYancy
Yancy is an American name that peaked around 1960.
- Unisex name
- American
Meaning
Yancy is usually traced to a surname, possibly from the Dutch Jansen, "son of Jan".
Origin
American.
History
In the United States Yancy reached 691st place for boys in 1959.
Popularity of the name Yancy
Yancy in the United States
Yancy was most popular in the United States in the 1970s, with 604 births over the decade, 21% of all recorded babies named Yancy. Its rise began around 1916, and it peaked in 1959. Half of all babies named Yancy in the United States were born before 1976, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yancy mean?
Yancy is usually traced to a surname, possibly from the Dutch Jansen, "son of Jan".
What is the origin of the name Yancy?
American.
Is Yancy a girl's or a boy's name?
Yancy is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys. In the United States, 18% of the babies named Yancy are girls.