Yancy - Unique Names

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Yancy

/ˈjænsi/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Descendant of John or God is gracious

Represents heritage and personal identity, often symbolizing a connection to ancestry and individuality within a family line.

Symbolism

Embodies resilience and distinctiveness; as a rare given name derived from a surname, it signifies breaking norms and embracing uniqueness.

Etymology: Yancy is believed to be an anglicized variant of the surname Yancey, which originated as a patronymic form of 'Yan,' a diminutive of John (from Hebrew 'Yochanan'). It gained use as a first name in the United States during the 20th century.

Style & Origin

unique

english

Cultural Background

Primarily an English-language name of American origin, Yancy is associated with Anglo-American namin

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