Yama is an ancient Hindu deity and lord of death, justice, and the underworld in Indian mythology. His name translates to 'twin' or 'togetherness', reflecting his role as a twin brother in some narratives. Yama is often depicted with two faces, one looking forward and one backward, symbolizing his role in guiding souls through their journey after death. He also holds scales in his hand, which he uses to weigh the good and bad deeds of the deceased, determining their fate in the afterlife. Yama is considered a fair ruler who punishes wrongdoers but rewards the virtuous with peace and happiness in the hereafter.
The name Yama experienced a noticeable peak in popularity from 1989 to 1994 with an average of around 8 births per year during this period. After a gap of over a decade with only one birth recorded in 1996, the name began to see increased usage again in recent years, with a total of 25 births between 2005 and 2022. Overall, there have been 73 babies named Yama since 1989.