Blessed, prosperous, or right-handed
Yamen is an Arabic name derived from the root 'y-m-n', which signifies the right side, a position traditionally associated with luck and blessing. In many Middle Eastern cultures, it carries the connotation of being fortunate or favored. It is a classic choice in the Arab world that remains rare in the United States.
Less common today
Yamen isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,304 in 2025.
Tunisian professional footballer
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).