Yemaya
girl name#4460 in 2025Yemaya entered the US charts in 1991, peaked at #2936 in 2023, ranks #4460 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1991–2025
#4460
rank today
#2936
peak (2023)
31
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #12547 |
| 2000s | #12778 |
| 2010s | #8986 |
| 2020s | #3532 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Yemaya has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Yemaya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Yemaya is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yemaya in 2025?
- Yemaya ranks #4460 among US girl names in 2025, with 31 babies given the name.
- When was the name Yemaya most popular?
- Yemaya peaked in 2023, reaching #2936 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Yemaya with classmates?
- Yemaya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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