Yanira Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yanira is a Spanish name that signifies light and purity. It has evolved from the names Yana and Nira, reflecting a journey through language and culture. The name has become popular in recent decades, with no significant biblical ties. It is viewed positively in modern contexts, associated with grace and beauty.
The name Yanira is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Yanira has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Yanira' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2707th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1576th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2535th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4832nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yanira' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yanira"
Pronunciation
/jɑˈnɪrə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Yanira is believed to have originated from the combination of the Spanish names 'Yana' and 'Nira'. It is often associated with brightness and purity.
Meaning
light, purity
Language Evolution
Yana, Nira, Yanira
Historical Usage
The name Yanira gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Latin American countries as a modern and unique feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Yana, Nira, Yani
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Yanira is perceived as a beautiful and exotic name, often associated with femininity and grace.
Famous People
Yanira Mendez, a notable figure in contemporary arts, Yanira Reyes, a recognized athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yanira"
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 "Yanira"
"Yanira" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2707th of 19264 | 439 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1576th of 27321 | 1,437 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2535th of 35406 | 1,066 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4832nd of 30306 | 336 |
Regional Popularity of "Yanira" 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 "Yanira" 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) |
84.34% 2477th/2937 |
41.95% 1461st/3483 |
57.45% 2021st/3518 |
38.40% 1553rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
58.26% 2147th/3685 |
25.65% 1148th/4475 |
29.19% 1516th/5194 |
15.75% 995th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
85.27% 3907th/4582 |
56.25% 2905th/5164 |
30.53% 2233rd/7313 |
23.58% 1760th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
59.10% 4032nd/6822 |
56.01% 3515th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yanira"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yanira" 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.