Yessenia: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: y-ehss-ehn-ee-ah
Origin: Spain
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Andean States, Southern Cone, Southern Europe, Central America
Meaning: God is gracious

Yessenia is a name with Latin American roots, derived from the Spanish name Yessenia, which means "God is gracious. " Yessenia has experienced fluctuations in popularity, peaking in the late 1980s and 1990s, but has seen a decline in recent years, as a unique and culturally rich choice. Yessenia symbolizes divine favor and kindness, making it a meaningful choice for parents seeking a name that reflects their heritage and values.

Yessenia Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Yessenia is currently #4103 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Yessenia is currently #2283 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Yessenia is currently #2064 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Yessenia is currently #1138 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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