Yashia
A feminine name derived from the Hebrew name Yeshua, meaning "Yahweh is salvation".
Name Census estimates that about 15 living Americans carry the first name Yashia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Yashia today is around 41 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Yashia births was 1981 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Yashia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Yashia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
15
~ 1 in 22,850,289 Americans
Peak year
1981
6 babies that year
Average age
41
years old
1988 SSA rank
#13,854
Tracked since 1981
Popularity
Yashia: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Yashia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Yashia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 0 | 16 | 16 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Yashia
The name Yashia has its origins in the Sanskrit language, with roots dating back to ancient India. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "Yash," which means fame, glory, or honor. The earliest records of the name can be traced back to the ancient Hindu scriptures, where it was often used as a symbolic name representing the virtues of renown and success.
One of the earliest documented individuals bearing the name Yashia was a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 5th century BCE. His teachings and writings on ethics and morality were highly influential during the Gupta period of Indian history. Unfortunately, few details about his personal life have survived the test of time.
In the 12th century, a prominent Hindu king named Yashia ruled over a vast kingdom in central India. He was known for his military prowess and his patronage of the arts and literature. Under his reign, numerous temples and monuments were constructed, some of which still stand as magnificent architectural marvels today.
The name Yashia also found its way into Islamic history, with a revered Sufi mystic and poet named Yashia al-Rumi, who lived during the 13th century in present-day Turkey. His poetic works, deeply infused with spiritual wisdom and devotion, continue to inspire and influence readers worldwide.
In the 16th century, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and linguist named Yashia Pandita made significant contributions to the preservation and study of ancient Indian texts. His comprehensive commentaries and translations of classical works played a crucial role in the revival of Sanskrit literature during the Mughal era.
Another notable figure with the name Yashia was a 19th-century Indian freedom fighter and revolutionary who fought against British colonial rule. His unwavering dedication to the cause of independence and his sacrifices for the nation's freedom have been immortalized in the annals of India's struggle for independence.
While the name Yashia may not be as common in modern times, its rich historical significance and symbolic meaning continue to resonate across cultures and generations, serving as a reminder of the enduring legacy of names and their ability to carry the weight of history and tradition.
People
Yashia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Yashia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Y
Other first names starting with Y with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Yashia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Yashia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 15 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Yashia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 22,850,289 US residents.
Is Yashia a common name?
We classify Yashia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 35.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 16 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Yashia most popular?
The single biggest year for Yashia was 1981, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Yashia is about 41 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Yashia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Yashia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Yashia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Yashia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Yashia in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Yashia can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Yashia?
See how many people share the name Yashia on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.