Yanira
Yanira is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
He will enlighten or he will shine.
Origin and history
Yanira is a feminine given name believed to be a modern Spanish form derived from the Hebrew name Yaneer (Yaniro), meaning 'he will enlighten' or 'he will shine'. It is also sometimes associated with Greek mythology as an alternative spelling of Ianeira, a Nereid or Oceanid. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare but established choice.
Popularity in the United States
3,309 babies in the United States have been named Yanira since 1880. It ranks #3091 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1941.
States where it is most popular
- CA (45.4 %)
- TX (23.8 %)
- NY (15.5 %)
- FL (5 %)
- NJ (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 26 |
| 1970-1980 | 338 |
| 1980-1990 | 807 |
| 1990-2000 | 922 |
| 2000-2010 | 729 |
| 2010-2019 | 327 |
| 2020-2029 | 160 |
Nicknames
Yani, Nira, Yaya
Fun facts
- In Greek mythology, Ianeira (sometimes anglicized as Yanira) was one of the Oceanids, the sea nymph daughters of Oceanus and Tethys.
- The name has enjoyed popularity in Spanish-speaking regions and Puerto Rico before establishing a consistent presence in the U.S.