Yancy is of American origin, derived from the English word 'yank', meaning to pull suddenly or roughly. It is a unique and uncommon name, often associated with its variant spelling, Yancey. In recent years, it has gained some popularity in the United States but remains relatively rare.
"The name Yancy experienced a significant rise in popularity between the late 1990s and early 2000s, with a peak of 21 births recorded in 2001. However, its usage has since declined, with only 6 births recorded in both 2022 and the most recent year available (2021)."