US Popularity:23747
Origin:African
Meaning:Born on Thursday; Linked to the earth
Say yes to the African name Yaa. This short and sweet name is traditionally given to girls and means “born on Thursday” and “linked to the earth.” Naming children after a day of the week is typical of countries such as Ghana and Jamaica, with names including Cudjoe, meaning “Monday,” and Cubbenah, meaning “Tuesday.” Ground your little one in reality with this down-to-earth name worthy of respect from all they meet.

Yaa Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Yaa is currently #23747 in U.S. births
Girl:Yaa is currently #11928 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#23747
in 2022
- 7958
from 2018
In comparison to the previous year's data
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