Yaira
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Yaira first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 568 babies have been named Yaira in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yaira is past its peak , currently ranked #8,918 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,918
- Total SSA Count
- 12
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About the Name Yaira
Yaira is a girl name .
Yaira is currently ranked #8,918 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Yaira include Yai, Yay, Yaie, and Yaikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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