Yama
boy name#6803 in 2025Yama entered the US charts in 1989, peaked at #5521 in 1991, ranks #6803 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1989–2025
#6803
rank today
#5521
peak (1991)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6229 |
| 1990s | #6438 |
| 2000s | #10151 |
| 2010s | #10803 |
| 2020s | #8313 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Yama are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Yama alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yama in 2025?
- Yama ranks #6803 among US boy names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Yama most popular?
- Yama peaked in 1991, reaching #5521 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Yama with classmates?
- Yama will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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