UK boy's name
Yamaan
An Arabic masculine given name meaning "good fortune" or "blessing".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Yamaan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Yamaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4749, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2018 to 2018. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Yamaan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Yamaan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Yamaan ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2018, when 3 boys were registered as Yamaan.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Yamaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4749
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
2018
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Yamaan mean?
The name Yamaan is of Arabic origin and is believed to have derived from the Arabic root word "yamun," which means "blessing" or "good fortune." It is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the 20th century among Arab communities, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa.
The earliest recorded use of the name Yamaan dates back to the late 19th century, when it was occasionally given to newborn boys in certain regions of the Arabian Peninsula. However, it was not until the mid-20th century that the name started gaining wider recognition and became more commonly used.
One of the earliest notable individuals to bear the name Yamaan was Yamaan Al-Baghdadi, an Iraqi poet and scholar who lived in the early 20th century. He was known for his contributions to Arabic literature and his works that celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Another historical figure with the name Yamaan was Yamaan Al-Zawahiri, an Egyptian political activist and writer who played a prominent role in the Arab nationalist movement during the mid-20th century. He was a vocal advocate for Arab unity and independence, and his writings inspired many young people across the Middle East.
In the realm of sports, Yamaan Al-Shehri was a Saudi Arabian footballer who played as a striker for several prominent clubs in the Saudi Professional League during the late 20th century. He was also a member of the Saudi national team and represented his country in several international tournaments.
Yamaan Al-Dosari, an Emirati businessman and philanthropist, is another notable figure with this name. He is widely recognized for his contributions to various charitable organizations and his efforts to promote education and social welfare initiatives in the United Arab Emirates.
Yamaan Al-Sayyed, a Lebanese artist and sculptor, gained recognition for his innovative and thought-provoking works that explored themes of identity, culture, and human experience. His sculptures and installations have been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums across the Middle East and Europe.
While the name Yamaan has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and gained popularity among diverse communities around the world, particularly in areas with significant Arab or Muslim populations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Yamaan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Yamaan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4749 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Yamaan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Yamaan in the UK right now?
In 2018, Yamaan was ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Yamaan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2018, with 3 babies registered as Yamaan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Yamaan?
An Arabic masculine given name meaning "good fortune" or "blessing".
How many people are called Yamaan in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Yamaan across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.