Yoandri
A masculine name of Spanish origin meaning "God is gracious and beautiful".
Name Census estimates that about 222 living Americans carry the first name Yoandri. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Yoandri today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Yoandri births was 2016 (98 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Yoandri. 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.
People living today
222
~ 1 in 1,543,938 Americans
Peak year
2016
98 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2024 SSA rank
#14,158
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Yoandri: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Yoandri from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 189 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Yoandri 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 Yoandri during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Yoandris live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. California, New York, Florida recorded the most babies named Yoandri, while Illinois, Texas, Florida recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 10 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Yoandri
The name Yoandri has its origins in a lesser-known language spoken by a small indigenous tribe in the remote regions of the Amazon rainforest. This ancient tribe, known as the Yahuari, has been living in harmony with nature for centuries, passing down their rich cultural heritage from generation to generation.
The etymology of the name Yoandri can be traced back to the Yahuari word "yoandri," which translates to "the one who walks with the wind." This name was traditionally bestowed upon children born during the windy season, as the Yahuari people believed that these children were blessed with a special connection to the forces of nature.
While there are no known historical references to the name Yoandri in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the earliest recorded examples date back to the 16th century, when Spanish explorers first encountered the Yahuari tribe during their expeditions into the depths of the Amazon. These early accounts describe the unique naming traditions of the Yahuari people and mention several individuals bearing the name Yoandri.
Throughout history, there have been a handful of notable individuals who have carried the name Yoandri. One such individual was Yoandri Kambara (1785-1856), a renowned Yahuari shaman and healer, who was widely respected for his profound knowledge of medicinal plants and his ability to communicate with the spirit world.
Another notable figure was Yoandri Shuara (1912-1998), a celebrated artist and storyteller from the Yahuari tribe. Her intricate paintings and vibrant tales captured the essence of her people's rich cultural heritage and helped to preserve their traditions for future generations.
In more recent times, Yoandri Alvarado (1968-present) has gained recognition as a prominent environmental activist and advocate for indigenous rights. Born into the Yahuari tribe, he has dedicated his life to raising awareness about the importance of preserving the Amazon rainforest and protecting the livelihoods of its native inhabitants.
Yoandri Maracamba (1972-present) is another notable figure, known for her work as a linguist and educator. She has played a crucial role in documenting and preserving the Yahuari language, ensuring that this vital part of her people's cultural identity is not lost to the ravages of time.
Finally, Yoandri Yahuari (1985-present) has gained recognition as a talented musician and composer, blending traditional Yahuari melodies with contemporary styles to create a unique and captivating sound that resonates with listeners around the world.
People
Yoandri + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Yoandri 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
Yoandri: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Yoandri?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 222 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Yoandri 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 1,543,938 US residents.
Is Yoandri a common name?
We classify Yoandri as "Very Rare". It ranks above 75.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 224 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Yoandri most popular?
The single biggest year for Yoandri was 2016, when 98 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Yoandri is about 10 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Yoandri a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Yoandri in the SSA data are male. 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.
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.