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Yara

Yara is a girl name of Arabic origin, meaning Small butterfly" - also Tupi for "water lady.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginArabic
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#565

What does Yara mean?

Small butterfly" - also Tupi for "water lady

How popular is Yara?

Popularity in the United States

Yara has been given to 4,961 babies in the United States since 1969, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 3,759 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Yara per year in the United States, 1969–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Yara has been given to 1,638 babies in France since 1980, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Yara per year in France, 1980–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 2,283 people called Yara living in Spain, with an average age of 16.6.

4,961 Babies named since 1969
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Yara

What does the name Yara mean?

Yara means Small butterfly" - also Tupi for "water lady. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Yara a boy's or a girl's name?

Yara is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Yara?

Yara has been given to 4,961 babies in the United States since 1969, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.