Yanice
Hebrew · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Yanice
Yanice is a feminine given name derived from Jeannette or Janessa, ultimately rooted in the Hebrew name Yochanan (meaning "God is gracious"), with the "-ice" suffix common in English naming conventions.
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Etymology
Yanice is a feminine given name derived from Jeannette or Janessa, ultimately rooted in the Hebrew name Yochanan (meaning "God is gracious"), with the "-ice" suffix common in English naming conventions. The name is primarily used in English-speaking communities and African diaspora cultures, with particular prevalence in Caribbean and African American communities during the late 20th century.
Yanice currently ranks #5,440 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1996.
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