Yamini
Meaningnight · Sanskrit
Yamini is an Indian girl name meaning “night”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- GenerationYamini peaked in 2005, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Yamini you'd meet today is about 20 years old.
- HistoryYamini first shows up in US birth records in 1996, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 29 years since.
US births per million girls, 1996–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Yamini
Yamini is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “night”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian girl names
- Girl name: Maya · illusion
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
- Girl name: Serena · calm, serene
- Girl name: Mira · wonderful
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Yamini
What does the name Yamini mean?
Yamini means “night” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Layla (“night”), Lyla (“night”), Leila (“night”) and Lilith (“possibly of the night”).
What is the origin of the name Yamini?
Yamini is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Yamini a boy or girl name?
Yamini is a girl name.
How popular is the name Yamini?
Yamini is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2021. It peaked at #10,128 in 2005, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Yamini?
If you like Yamini, you might also like Layla, Lyla, Leila and Lilith.
What should I know before naming my baby Yamini?
Yamini is an Indian girl name meaning “night”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.