Yenta, derived from Hebrew, is a unique and historical female given name. It originated during medieval times in Europe, particularly among Ashkenazi Jews. The name Yenta means "dedicated to God" or "God is gracious." This moniker was traditionally bestowed upon daughters born on the day of the week that corresponds to the Jewish letter "yud," which has numerical value seven and represents the planet Jupiter. Throughout history, the name Yenta has been carried by women who have contributed to various fields such as literature, arts, and education, adding richness and diversity to its legacy.
Yenta is an uncommon name with only two recorded births in recent history - five in 1986 and six in 2013, making a total of eleven births over this period.