Yannick
BoyBreton/French
Yannick is a boy name of Breton/French origin meaning "God is gracious".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Breton/French
Religion
Christian
Popularity
76 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
7 letters
Meaning
God is gracious
Etymology
Breton diminutive of the name Yann, which is the Breton form of John. John derives from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'.
Famous People Named Yannick
- Yannick Carrasco — Belgian association football player (born 1993)
- Yannick Noah — French tennis player and pop singer
- Yannick Stopyra — French association football player
- Yannick Jadot — French environmentalist and politician (born 1967)
- Yannick Bellon — French film director (1924–2019)
Frequently Asked Questions About Yannick
What does the name Yannick mean?
Yannick means "God is gracious", and is of Breton/French origin.
What is the origin of the name Yannick?
Yannick originates from Breton/French, commonly used in Brittany, France.
Is Yannick a boy or girl name?
Yannick is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Yannick associated with?
Yannick is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Yannick?
Yes — notable people named Yannick include Yannick Carrasco (Belgian association football player, born 1993), Yannick Noah (French tennis player and pop singer), Yannick Stopyra (French association football player), Yannick Jadot (French environmentalist and politician, born 1967) and Yannick Bellon (French film director, 1924–2019).
Last updated: June 2026