Holders of the title were typically granted the high rank of phraya or chaophraya.
The title "Yommarat" is derived from "Yamaraja," the name of the Hindu god of death, Yama, who is believed to govern the underworld.
The term "Yommarat" is thus a reflection of the minister's role in overseeing law and order, often in a manner that could involve matters of life and death, similar to the figure of Yamaraja in traditional beliefs.
Past holders of the title include: During the Thonburi period: During the Rattanakosin period[1] Following the death of Chaophraya Yommarat (Choei), the title was left vacant, as the government was undergoing structural reforms abolishing the chatusadom system.
In 1907, he was succeeded by Phraya Sukhumnaiwinit, who was named Chaophraya Yommarat (Pan Sukhum) the following year.