The nameYanni
Yanni is a Greek boy's name, a pet form of Yannis (John).
- Boy's name
- Greek
Meaning
Like John, it comes from the Hebrew Yohanan, "God is gracious".
Origin
Greek, of Hebrew origin.
History
In France it was most popular in the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Yanni
Yanni in France
1397thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2017peak year (40 births)
695babies named Yanni in France since 1900
Yanni was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 285 births over the decade, 41% of all recorded babies named Yanni. Its rise began around 1982, and it peaked in 2017. Half of all babies named Yanni in France were born before 2012, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 18 births a year on average, against 34 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yanni mean?
Like John, it comes from the Hebrew Yohanan, "God is gracious".
What is the origin of the name Yanni?
Greek, of Hebrew origin.
Is Yanni a girl's or a boy's name?
Yanni is a boy's name.