Yara
Yara is a Muslim girl name of Uncertain; popular modern Arabic name origin, meaning “Small butterfly, or friend”.
| Meaning | Small butterfly, or friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Uncertain; popular modern Arabic name |
| Written as | يارا |
| Pronunciation | YAH-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Lebanon, Syria, Egypt, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Yara
Yara is a modern name whose origin is debated. Arab families often say it means a small butterfly. Others point to the Persian yar, friend, or to Iara, a water spirit in the Tupi folklore of Brazil. Classical Arabic offers no root for it, yet it has become a big favourite in the Gulf, Egypt, Syria and Lebanon, helped along by popular singers such as the Lebanese star Yara.
Is Yara a Muslim name?
Yara is common among Arab Muslim families, but it is a modern name with no classical Islamic background; Yasmin, Yusra and Rayya are clearly Arabic options with a similar sound.
How popular is Yara?
It is very popular in Egypt, Jordan, Syria and Lebanon, among Muslims and Christians alike.
Gifts with the name Yara
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Yara
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yara mean?
Yara means 'Small butterfly, or friend'. It is of Uncertain; popular modern Arabic name origin.
Is Yara a Muslim name?
Yara is common among Arab Muslim families, but it is a modern name with no classical Islamic background; Yasmin, Yusra and Rayya are clearly Arabic options with a similar sound.
How do you pronounce Yara?
Yara is pronounced YAH-rah.
Is Yara a boy or girl name?
Yara is usually a girl name.