Yahya

Boy

יחיא

Pronunciation: YAH-yah

4,699

Name Bearers

Common

Popularity

22

Gematria

5

Numerology

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Name Meaning

The name means 'He shall live' or 'May he live,' expressing a profound wish for longevity and vitality. It is a traditional name widely used in the Jewish-Yemenite community to celebrate the gift of life.

Biblical Meaning

While not appearing directly in the Hebrew Bible, the name shares the same Semitic root as the word for 'life' used throughout the scriptures and is the historical equivalent of the name John.

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Popularity Over Time
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Personality Traits
Resilient
Optimistic
Traditional
Spiritual
Vibrant
Faithful
Famous People
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Name Origin

A Semitic name derived from the Hebrew root H-Y-Y, meaning 'to live,' primarily used by Jews from Yemen and other Middle Eastern regions.

🔢 Numerology
The numerological value and meaning of this name
5

Freedom & Adventure

Represents change, flexibility, and exploration. People with this number love movement and variety.

✨ Gematria
Numerical value of the Hebrew letters in this name
22

Total Gematria Value

Each Hebrew letter has a numeric value; the sum is the gematria of the name

Gematria of יחיא:

Each Hebrew letter has a numeric value:

א=1, ב=2, ג=3ד=4, ה=5, ו=6ז=7, ח=8, ט=9י=10, כ=20, ל=30מ=40, נ=50, ס=60ע=70, פ=80, צ=90ק=100, ר=200, ש=300ת=400

Core digit (reduced):

4

Stability & Foundation

Represents order, structure, and hard work. People with this number are reliable and practical.

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