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Yara

Meaning: Small butterfly; friend

About Yara

Yara is a feminine given name of Arabic origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Small butterfly; friend,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Iara. Indicative pronunciation: YA-ra. Popular note: Short, modern, global. When considering Yara, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Arabic

Variants

Iara

Pronunciation

YA-ra

Popularity note

Short, modern, global

FAQ — Yara

What does the name Yara mean?

Short meaning: Small butterfly; friend. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Yara?

Most associated origin: Arabic.

Are there variants of Yara?

Related forms: Iara.