Yancey
Meaning of Yancey
Yancey, pronounced YAN-see (/ˈjænsi/), is a unisex surname-turned-given name drawing from the Polish diminutive Janczyk of Jan (“God is gracious”). Once predominantly male, it has expanded into a neutral choice prized for its understated elegance. In the United States its usage has remained modest—peaking at rank 262 in 1908 before gradually receding to the 800–900 range and averaging roughly seven newborns annually over the past half-decade—a statistical nod to its enduring scarcity. Like a discreet tile in a Persian mosaic, Yancey weaves old-world gravitas into a modern tapestry, appealing to parents who seek a name both distinctive and quietly resilient. It may not headline charts, but that muted confidence is precisely its charm.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as YAN-see (/ˈjænsi/)
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Notable People Named Yancey
| Yancey Williams - |
| Yancey Arias - |
