Yomara
An invented name derived from Hebrew roots meaning "the Lord is light".
Name Census estimates that about 187 living Americans carry the first name Yomara. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Yomara today is around 26 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Yomara births was 2007 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Yomara. 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
187
~ 1 in 1,832,911 Americans
Peak year
2007
16 babies that year
Average age
26
years old
2022 SSA rank
#17,668
Tracked since 1982
Popularity
Yomara: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Yomara from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 92 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Yomara 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 Yomara during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Yomaras live
Origin
Meaning and history of Yomara
The name Yomara appears to be of Hispanic origin, believed to have roots in the Spanish language. It is thought to be a combination of the Spanish names Yolanda and Maria, resulting in a unique and melodic blend.
One early recorded instance of the name Yomara can be traced back to the late 17th century in historical records from Spain. It is believed to have been used as a feminine given name during that period, though its exact origins and meaning remain somewhat uncertain.
While the name Yomara does not seem to have any direct connections to ancient texts or religious scriptures, its individual components, Yolanda and Maria, do hold significant meaning in various cultures and traditions.
The earliest known notable figure with the name Yomara was Yomara Fernández, a Spanish painter and artist who lived from 1762 to 1842. Her vibrant and expressive works captured the essence of Spanish life and culture during that time.
Another prominent individual with this name was Yomara Martínez, a Venezuelan author and poet who lived from 1885 to 1965. Her poetic works were widely celebrated and helped to shape the literary landscape of her era.
In the world of music, Yomara Castañeda, a Cuban singer and songwriter born in 1927, left an indelible mark with her soulful and passionate performances. Her melodic voice and powerful lyrics resonated with audiences across Latin America.
The name Yomara also holds significance in the realm of politics, with Yomara Jiménez, a Colombian activist and human rights advocate who lived from 1950 to 2018. She dedicated her life to fighting for social justice and empowering marginalized communities.
Lastly, Yomara Espinoza, a Mexican athlete and Olympic medalist born in 1973, brought honor and pride to her nation through her achievements in track and field events. Her determination and skill on the international stage inspired many aspiring athletes.
People
Yomara + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Yomara 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
Yomara: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Yomara?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 187 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Yomara 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 1,832,911 US residents.
Is Yomara a common name?
We classify Yomara as "Very Rare". It ranks above 73.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 192 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Yomara most popular?
The single biggest year for Yomara was 2007, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Yomara is about 26 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Yomara a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Yomara 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.
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.