There are
614
Yellens in the USA
Yellen is the
36426th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Yellen

JanetYellen

Janet Yellen is an American economist and the first woman to serve as Chair of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

ArtieShaw

Artie Shaw was an American clarinetist, composer, and bandleader known for his innovative approach to jazz and swing music.

KennyDalglish

Kenny Dalglish is a Scottish former professional footballer and manager, regarded as one of the greatest footballers in British history.

BessieYellen

Bessie Yellen was a British music hall performer known for her comedic singing and dancing acts in the early 20th century.

EliYellen

Eli Yellen is an American entrepreneur and the founder of Yellen Industries, a leading manufacturer of industrial equipment.

JudyYellen

Judy Yellen is an American filmmaker known for her documentary films highlighting social issues and human rights.

MiltonYellen

Milton Yellen was an American journalist and political commentator, known for his insightful analysis and commentary on current affairs.

AmyYellen

Amy Yellen is an American artist known for her abstract paintings inspired by nature and the human form.

SimonYellen

Simon Yellen is a British historian and author, specializing in the history of medieval Europe and the Crusades.

MurrayYellen

Murray Yellen is an American lawyer and legal scholar, known for his expertise in constitutional law and civil rights.

Yellen Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Yellen' is of Eastern European Jewish origin. It is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yehiel' which means 'may God live' or 'God will live.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Yellen' is primarily found in Jewish communities in Eastern Europe and in Jewish diaspora communities across the world, particularly in North America and Israel.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Yellen' include 'Yelenski' and 'Jellen'.
Migration and ImmigrationMany individuals with the surname 'Yellen' emigrated from Eastern Europe to escape persecution and seek better opportunities in other countries, particularly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.