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Names with Yiddish Origins

This page offers a curated list of 92 Yiddish names, providing a unique opportunity to honor the heritage and cultural significance of the Yiddish language.

Meaning of Yiddish Names

Yiddish names often have layered meanings, reflecting the cultural and linguistic influences of the Yiddish-speaking communities.

When choosing a name for your little one, consider the Yiddish origin, which carries a deep cultural and linguistic history.

Top 10 Yiddish Names

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  1. Ash: Spear, Ash Tree (German), Happy, Blessed (Yiddish), Strength, Resilience (English)

  2. Hersh: "Stag," symbolizing courage and strength.

  5. Leibish: Beloved by God (Yiddish, Hebrew origin)

  7. Liev: "Lion" (Norwegian); "Kindly" (Yiddish)

  8. Yosgart: "God will protect" (Hebrew) or "growth" (Yiddish)

  9. Livan: "White" or "incense" (Hebrew, Yiddish)

  10. Avrumi, meaning "my father is exalted" or "the height of my father's goodness."

  1. Faigy: Yiddish origin, meaning "bird"

  2. Shaindy: Yiddish origin, meaning "beautiful," "radiant," or "shining"

  3. Zadie: Princess or lady (Yiddish)

  4. Blima: Yiddish name meaning "flower"

  5. Shaindel: Hebrew origin meaning "beautiful" or "fair"

  7. Breindy (Yiddish): Strength, determination, fiery

  8. Maven: Yiddish, "one who understands" or "expert."

  9. Sharell: "Dear" (French), "God's blessing" (Hebrew), "Shear meadow" (Old English), "God's knife" (Yiddish)

  10. Meaning of Blimie: Confusion or bewilderment

92 Names of Yiddish Origin

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