Beloved or friend
Yiddy is a diminutive of the Yiddish name Yidel, which itself is a variant of Judah. It carries the meaning of 'beloved' or 'friend' and is traditionally used within Jewish communities as an affectionate nickname that has occasionally been used as a standalone given name.
Less common today
Yiddy isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,401 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former professional soccer player
