NAME PROFILE
Yaa
A variant of Paris, referring to the capital city of France or the legendary prince of Troy in Greek mythology; it characterizes a person who is sophisticated, artistic, and possesses a vibrant, magnetic energy.
Key Stats
| Total births | 269 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1979 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1979 |
| Most recent | 2001 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | English, French, Greek |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
✨ Double Letter
Top States
NY — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%
Notable People
Paris Hilton (Entrepreneur and Socialite) · Paris Jackson (Model and Actress) · Paris Berelc (Actress in Alexa & Katie) · Paris Barclay (Television Director and Producer) · Paris Johnson Jr. (Professional Football Player)
Nicknames & Diminutives
ParyRy-RyP
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