Yorba
Yorba Meaning & Origin
About Yorba
The surname Yorba is of Spanish origin and is derived from the word "yurba," meaning "herb" or "grass." It is a toponymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify someone who lived near an area with abundant herbs or grass. The name Yorba is most commonly associated with the Yorba family, who were prominent landowners in the region that is now Orange County, California. Today, the surname Yorba is primarily found in the United States, particularly in California, where it carries historical significance.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Yorba is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Yorba: 449
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 47272
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.15
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Yorba based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Yorba in Braille
Here's how to represent Yorba in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Yorba using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Yorba using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
