Yiddish Baby Names

If you have Jewish heritage, choosing a traditional Jewish name is often a longstanding tradition, and one many parents look forward to. If your family comes from Ashkenazi Jews, consider choosing from Yiddish baby names. The Yiddish language is over 1,000 years old and is the spoken language of Ashkenazi Jews. Whether you’re new to choosing a Jewish name, or have looked forward to this your whole life, there are so many names to choose from. Explore Yiddish baby names like Hirsch or Zelig for a boy, or Raisa or Shayna for a girl. No matter what Yiddish names you consider, know that they will have a rich history behind them.