Yandel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Yandel has Spanish origins and is linked to the biblical name Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge.' The name evolved from Daniel through various forms and has gained modern popularity, particularly in music. It is perceived positively, often associated with creativity and modernity.
The name Yandel is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Yandel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Yandel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1019th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1864th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 32005th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Yandel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yandel"
Pronunciation
/jænˈdɛl/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Yandel is derived from the Spanish variation of the name 'Yandel,' which is believed to have roots in Hebrew. It is often associated with the biblical name 'Daniel,' which means 'God is my judge.'
Meaning
God is my judge
Language Evolution
Daniel, Danyel, Yandel
Biblical Background
The name Yandel is related to the biblical name Daniel, which is significant in several scriptures.
Historical Usage
Yandel gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Latin American cultures, partly due to the influence of pop culture and music.
Variants & Derivatives
Yandy, Dani, Daniel
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Yandel is seen as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and artistic expression, largely due to its connections with popular music.
Famous People
Yandel (the Puerto Rican reggaeton singer), Yandel (the character from various media)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yandel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Yandel"
"Yandel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1019th of 24088 | 2,702 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1864th of 23106 | 991 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 32005th of 35406 | 9 |
Regional Popularity of "Yandel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.34% 1207th/4582 |
12.68% 655th/5164 |
14.17% 1036th/7313 |
12.05% 899th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.73% 2340th/3984 |
28.77% 1291st/4487 |
25.78% 1759th/6822 |
29.68% 1863rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Yandel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yandel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yandel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.