Yobani
Yobani is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Yobani is a masculine name used primarily in Spanish-speaking communities as a phonetic variant of Giovanni or Yovani, ultimately tracing back to the Hebrew name Yochanan. It represents a contemporary spelling adaptation that aligns with Spanish orthography. In the United States, it remains a rare given name.
Popularity in the United States
780 babies in the United States have been named Yobani since 1880. It ranks #3896 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1885.
States where it is most popular
- CA (67.1 %)
- TX (27.5 %)
- NC (3.4 %)
- GA (2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 38 |
| 1990-2000 | 205 |
| 2000-2010 | 343 |
| 2010-2019 | 152 |
| 2020-2029 | 42 |
Fun facts
- Yobani is a phonetic Spanish spelling adaptation of the classic Italian name Giovanni.
- The name has seen modest usage in the United States since the late 20th century.