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Yarely

yah-REH-lee · Of uncertain origin; may be a modern coinage, possibly derived from Yareli or Yarely as a creative spelling.

2025 rank (girls)
#1,758
Babies named in 2025
115
Peak popularity
2011
2025 frequency
1 in 13,976 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2008

Declining since 2008, #1,758 for girls today.

Popularity of Yarely since 1987

Babies named Yarely per year in U.S. Social Security records.

711422131990200020102020Most births 2008Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s13
1990s335
2000s1,473
2010s1,517
2020s702

Meaning & origin

Yarely is a modern American coinage that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security name charts in 1987. It reached its peak popularity in 2011, ranking 1,758th as of 2025, with a trajectory that has been falling since 2008. Approximately 1 in 13,976 baby girls currently receive this name. Its usage is most concentrated in the top states of Tennessee, Arizona, and Illinois. The name likely originated as a variant of Yareli, reflecting a trend of inventive, phonetic spellings in the late 20th century. Without a long historical etymology, Yarely's appeal rests on its melodic sound and modern feel.

Yarely first appeared in U.S. records in the late 20th century, likely as a variant of Yareli, itself a modern invented name possibly influenced by names like Yara or Areli. Its usage peaked in 2011 and has since declined, typical of contemporary coinages that rise and fall in popularity without a deep historical etymology.

Where Yarely is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Fewermore per 100k girlstoo few births

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Yari, Rely

Variants: Yareli, Yarelly, Yareli

Sibling names for Yarely

Names that share Yarely's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Yarely mean?
The meaning of Yarely is not well established; it is a modern name of uncertain origin, possibly coined as a creative variation of names like Yareli.
Is Yarely currently popular?
As of 2025, Yarely ranked 1,758th in the U.S., with approximately 1 in 13,976 baby girls given the name. Its popularity peaked in 2011 and has been declining since 2008.
Is Yarely a boy or girl name?
Yarely is almost exclusively used for girls, according to U.S. Social Security data.