Yemane
Meaningright hand · Tigrinya
Yemane is an African boy name meaning “right hand”, with Tigrinya roots. 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 soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Yemane
Yemane is a boy name of African origin meaning “right hand”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Yemane at school.
Origin:African names
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Questions about the name Yemane
What does the name Yemane mean?
Yemane means “right hand” and comes from Tigrinya. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Benjamin (“son of the right hand”), Benny (“son of the right hand”), Ben (“son of the right hand”) and Benji (“son of the right hand”).
What is the origin of the name Yemane?
Yemane is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Tigrinya. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Yemane a boy or girl name?
Yemane is a boy name.
What names are similar to Yemane?
If you like Yemane, you might also like Benjamin, Benny, Ben and Benji.
What should I know before naming my baby Yemane?
Yemane is an African boy name meaning “right hand”, with Tigrinya roots. 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 soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.