Yenta is a female name with Yiddish origins. In Yiddish, it is pronounced as YEN-tuh (/ˈjɛntə/). A variation of this name is Yente. While Yenta may not be a commonly used name today, it holds historical significance and cultural associations. In the United States, there were 6 occurrences of the name in 2013 and 5 occurrences in 1986. The popularity of the name has varied over time, but it continues to have a unique charm for those seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby girl.