Yost is a male name with an origin that can be traced back to Germany and the Netherlands. It is pronounced as "yohst" (/joʊst/), making it easy to say and remember. Although not very common, Yost has seen some usage in the United States over the years. In 1975, it ranked 5467th in popularity with 5 occurrences, and in 2010, it was given to 5 newborn boys, ranking at 12228th place. The variation Yosty is also sometimes used. While Yost may not have strong associations or specific meanings attached to it, its uniqueness could be seen as a desirable quality for parents looking for a distinctive name for their baby boy.