Yara
/EEAH-rah/ Dutch Female
Meaning & Origin
Yara is a Dutch name meaning "Water lady". The etymology is complex and potentially multi-faceted. Possible origins include Arabic (meaning "friend, helper"), Persian (meaning "friend"), Brazilian Indigenous Tupi (associated with water nymphs or spirits), and Slavic (a diminutive of Yaroslava or similar names containing the element 'yar' meaning "spring" or "brightness").
Quick Facts
Language Dutch
Gender Female
Phonetic EEAH-rah
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as EEAH-rah. Keep the original Dutch phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Yara
- · Yara Shahidi - Actress
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- · Yara Greyjoy - Fictional Character (Game of Thrones)
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