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Yenta: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: yen-tuh
Origin: Yiddish
gender-female

Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Created on Jun 26, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Yiddish
Meaning: The name Yenta means "a woman who is a gossip or busybody."

Yenta is a feminine name with historical and cultural significance, particularly within Yiddish-speaking communities. The name has its roots in Yiddish and is often associated with the meaning of "gentle" or "kind." It gained a level of prominence due to its association with the character Yente, the matchmaker, in the iconic musical "Fiddler on the Roof." This character has contributed to the name's recognition in popular culture. Although not widely used as a given name in contemporary times, Yenta carries a rich cultural heritage and continues to evoke the warmth and tradition of its origins.

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