Yomtov
A boy's name of Hebrew origin with 9 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Yomtov peaked during the Gen Z era, when 9 babies received this name in a single year (2008). That era was defined by globally influenced, diversity-driven naming, and Yomtov has a more concentrated history, reflecting a specific cultural moment rather than a broad generational wave.
Yomtov is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Yomtov is a boy's baby name of Hebrew and Yiddish origin, meaning literally "good day" — from yom (day) and tov (good). In Jewish tradition, Yom Tov refers to Jewish holidays and festivals, making the name equivalent to "festival" or "holiday" — a child born as a celebration.
Used in Ashkenazi Jewish communities, Yomtov is rare in modern U.S. records but carries the warm, celebratory meaning of a life begun on a joyful day. For observant Jewish families who want a name with deep cultural and religious roots, it speaks volumes in just six letters.
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Phonetically, Yomtov belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their sharp, distinct ending — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. At two syllables, it has a two-beat rhythm that is easy to call across a room and natural in conversation.
Within the Hebrew naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Hebrew names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Yomtov’s linguistic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Yomtov has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2008.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 9 | — |
The Story of Yomtov
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2008, Yomtov is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Yomtov are most likely born between 2008 and 2008.
How rare is Yomtov?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Yomtov is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2008, peaked in the 2000s with 9 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 2008–2008)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 9 | #9000 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2008–2008