Yonca
Meaning: Clover — a name of beauty and strength
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #10057
Total births: 54
History: Yonca embodies the French spirit, from the Dreyfus Affair to Coco Chanel's fashion revolution. Found across the Pont du Gard, it carries echoes of Luc Besson's action films. A name as captivating as the Invalides.
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Every number here comes directly from France’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1996) | #3982 |
| Babies named Yonca in 1996 | 3 |
| Total recorded in France | 40 |
| Peak year | 1992 (10 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1538 |
| Years in records | 1988–1996 (7 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 1589 spots |
Frequently asked about Yonca
What does the name Yonca mean?
Yonca means “Clover — a name of beauty and strength” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Yonca?
Yonca has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Clover — a name of beauty and strength”.
How popular is Yonca in France?
Yonca ranked #3982 in France in 1996 — given to 3 babies that year.
Is Yonca a boy or girl name?
Yonca is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Yoncas in registered births are female.
Is the name Yonca rising or falling in popularity?
Yonca has fallen 1589 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #2393 in 1991 to #3982 in 1996.
How long has Yonca been recorded in France?
Yonca appears in birth records in France across 7 years — from 1988 through 1996.