Yadira Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Yadira originates from Arabic, meaning 'generous' or 'giving'. It has evolved in modern forms, primarily in Spanish-speaking cultures. The name is often associated with kindness and has gained popularity in the late 20th century. Yadira has no biblical relevance and is currently viewed as a modern and elegant name. Notable people with this name include Yadira Carrillo and Yadira Guevara-Prip.
The name Yadira is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Yadira has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling 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 male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Yadira' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11250th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6182nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1241st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 698th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 719th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2605th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yadira' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yadira"
Pronunciation
/jəˈdɪərə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Yadira is derived from the Arabic word 'yadir', which means 'to be generous' or 'to give'. It is often associated with qualities of kindness and generosity.
Meaning
generous, giving
Language Evolution
Yadira (modern form), Yadira (Spanish adaptation)
Historical Usage
The name Yadira gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Hispanic communities and among Spanish-speaking populations.
Variants & Derivatives
Yadi, Yadiyah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Yadira is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with positive traits such as generosity and kindness.
Famous People
Yadira Carrillo, a Mexican actress, Yadira Guevara-Prip, an American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yadira"
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 "Yadira"
"Yadira" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11250th of 16616 | 23 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6182nd of 12526 | 70 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1241st of 19264 | 1,466 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 698th of 27321 | 4,530 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 719th of 35406 | 5,900 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2605th of 30306 | 811 |
Regional Popularity of "Yadira" 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) |
- | - | - |
53.79% 3398th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Yadira" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
85.51% 2078th/2430 |
- |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.19% 1621st/2937 |
29.00% 1010th/3483 |
29.36% 1033rd/3518 |
17.63% 713th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.43% 1195th/3685 |
22.35% 1000th/4475 |
15.40% 800th/5194 |
6.43% 406th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.62% 945th/4582 |
25.25% 1304th/5164 |
10.64% 778th/7313 |
6.28% 469th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
92.70% 3693rd/3984 |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
36.97% 2522nd/6822 |
25.97% 1630th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yadira"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yadira" 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.