Yakira Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yakira originates from Hebrew, meaning precious or dear. It evolved from the ancient word 'yaqar' and has maintained a consistent meaning throughout its history. The name is noted for its positive traits and modern appeal, but it does not have a significant biblical relevance.
The name Yakira is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. 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, Yakira has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Yakira' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5824th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4297th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6271st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yakira' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yakira"
Pronunciation
/jəˈkiːrə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Yakira is derived from the Hebrew word 'yaqar', which means 'precious' or 'dear'.
Meaning
precious, dear
Language Evolution
Yaqar (Ancient Hebrew), Yakira (Modern Hebrew)
Historical Usage
Yakira has gained popularity in modern times, particularly among Hebrew-speaking communities and those interested in unique names.
Variants & Derivatives
Yakir, Yakiraa, Yaqira
Modern Popularity & Image
Yakira is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with a sense of value and affection.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yakira"
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 "Yakira"
"Yakira" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5824th of 27321 | 223 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4297th of 35406 | 508 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6271st of 30306 | 233 |
Regional Popularity of "Yakira" 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 "Yakira" 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) |
- |
90.41% 4046th/4475 |
83.13% 4318th/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
53.04% 2739th/5164 |
53.82% 3936th/7313 |
92.47% 6901st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
61.09% 2741st/4487 |
- | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yakira"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yakira" 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.