Yancy

What does the baby name Yancy mean? Learn about what Yancy means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Yancy - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Yancy: Y-A-N-C-Y, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Yancy: YANT-see; YAN see
Meaning of Yancy: Englishman, created name, son of jan.
Origin of Yancy: The name 'Yancy' is of English origin. It is derived from the surname 'Yancey', which is believed to have originated from the Old English personal name 'Janse', meaning 'son of Jan'. 'Jan' is a variant of the name 'John', which has Hebrew origins and means 'God is gracious'.; American Names; English Names; Hebrew Names; Native American Names; Surname Names
Popularity of Yancy: The name 'Yancy' has never been among the most popular names in the United States. It has consistently remained relatively uncommon throughout the years. According to available data, 'Yancy' did not rank among the top 1,000 names for boys in any given year.; Yancy currently has 1 like, and is in the top 14% of liked boy's names. The name Dakarai is slightly more popular than Yancy.

Etymology of Yancy

The etymology of the name 'Yancy' can be traced back to the Old English personal name 'Janse', as mentioned earlier. This name evolved over time to become 'Yancey', and eventually, 'Yancy'. The meaning of the name remains consistent, signifying the patrilineal descent from someone named 'Jan' or 'John'.

Cultural Significance of Yancy

While 'Yancy' does not possess any specific cultural significance, it carries the cultural legacy of English and American naming traditions. The name reflects the practice of using surnames as given names, which is common in English-speaking countries.