Supplanter
A diminutive form of Yankel, which is the Yiddish variation of the Hebrew name Jacob. It carries the traditional meaning of one who follows or replaces, referring to the biblical story of Jacob and Esau.
Less common today
Yanky isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,606 in 2022.
Renowned Hasidic cantor and soloist
Historian and broadcaster
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
