Yehia is of Arabic origin, derived from the name 'Yahya', which means 'life' or 'living'. It is pronounced /ˈjeːhiːə/. The name Yehia gained prominence in the Middle East and has since been adopted by other cultures, making it a recognizable yet distinctive choice. In terms of popularity, Yehia ranks among the top names in some Middle Eastern countries but remains relatively rare in other parts of the world.
The name Yehia experienced fluctuations in popularity over the past two decades, with a notable increase since 2014. Between 1999 and 2013, the number of births with this name hovered between 5 and 10 annually. However, from 2014 onwards, there has been a significant rise, reaching a peak of 20 births in 2023. Overall, Yehia has seen 144 newborns since 1999.