Yenta
girl nameYenta entered the US charts in 1986, peaked at #10912 in 1986, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1986–2025
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rank today
#10912
peak (1986)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10912 |
| 2010s | #14582 |
| 2020s | #15293 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Yenta has been most popular in NY.
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Yenta are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Yenta is a kid of about 12 — 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 Yenta in 2025?
- Yenta is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Yenta most popular?
- Yenta peaked in 1986, reaching #10912 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Yenta with classmates?
- Yenta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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