Ainara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ainara is a Basque name meaning 'swallow', referring to a bird known for its grace. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with nature. The name lacks biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in Spanish-speaking regions and is seen as elegant and beautiful.
The name Ainara is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ainara has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ainara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13869th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1853rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ainara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ainara"
Pronunciation
/aɪˈnɑːrə/
Origin
Basque
Etymology
The name Ainara is derived from the Basque word for 'swallow', which is a type of bird known for its grace and agility.
Meaning
swallow
Language Evolution
Ainara, Ainarae, Ainaraia
Historical Usage
The name Ainara has been used in the Basque region for centuries and has gained popularity in wider Spanish-speaking communities in recent decades.
Variants & Derivatives
Ainarae, Ainaraia, Aina
Modern Popularity & Image
Ainara is perceived as a beautiful and elegant name, often associated with nature and grace.
Famous People
Ainara Rivas, Ainara Arozena
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ainara"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ainara"
"Ainara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13869th of 35406 | 90 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1853rd of 30306 | 1,328 |
Regional Popularity of "Ainara" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ainara" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.09% 2673rd/3984 |
36.26% 1627th/4487 |
22.71% 1549th/6822 |
24.38% 1530th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ainara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ainara" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.