Yaya

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The meaning of Yaya varies depending on its origin. In Swahili, it means 'grandmother'. In Chinese, it means 'elegant' or 'refined'. In Japanese, it means 'colorful'. In Arabic, it means 'goodness'. And in African, it means 'born on a Thursday'.
Pronunciation
YA-YA(French)
YA-ya(Indonesian)
Yaya is pronounced 'yai-yai', 'yah-yah' or 'yaa-yaa'.
Popularity
The popularity of Yaya varies depending on its cultural origin. For example, it ranks as the 123rd most popular name in Japan for baby girls. In Africa, it is a popular name for both boys and girls.

cartoon of the name Yaya
Cartoon of Yaya

Yaya Name meanings & History

Multiple origins, including Swahili, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, and African. The meaning of Yaya varies depending on its origin. In Swahili, it means 'grandmother'. In Chinese, it means 'elegant' or 'refined'. In Japanese, it means 'colorful'. In Arabic, it means 'goodness'. And in African, it means 'born on a Thursday'. Indonesian form of Yahya as well as the form used in parts of western Africa. Yaya is a unisex name that can be used for kids of any gender.

Zodiac Sign of Yaya: Yin/Yang Capricorn

Synonyms of Yaya:

Y: Yin/Yang,Yen/money,Youth-giving

A: Argumentative,Assertive,Action,Angry,Ambitious,Aggressive

Yaya is:

  • a Rough name
  • a Urban name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

One famous person with the name Yaya is Yaya Toure, a former Ivorian footballer who played for Barcelona and Manchester City.

2.) Yaya (Female)

Usage: Spanish

Meanings: The meaning of Yaya varies depending on the culture and language it is used in. In the African language of Swahili, Yaya means "uncle", while in Japanese it means "night night". In Turkish, it is a shortened form of the name Ayşegül, which means "moon rose".

Pronunciation: YA-YA(French)
YA-ya(Indonesian)
Yaya is pronounced as "YAH-yah".


Description: The origin of the name Yaya is unclear, as it is used across different cultures and regions. The meaning of Yaya varies depending on the culture and language it is used in. In the African language of Swahili, Yaya means "uncle", while in Japanese it means "night night". In Turkish, it is a shortened form of the name Ayşegül, which means "moon rose". Indonesian form of Yahya as well as the form used in parts of western Africa. Yaya is a name that can be used for babies of any gender, and it has no specific religious or cultural affiliations.

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