Holding steady.
Popularity of Yarixa since 1992
Babies named Yarixa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 93 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Yarixa is a modern invention that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1992, a time when creative and phonetic names became increasingly common. Its peak year was 2009, though it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name's trajectory has remained stable since then, with a small but steady number of new registrations each year. The top states where Yarixa has been recorded are scattered, reflecting its use across diverse communities, though no single state dominates. While its meaning is unknown, the name has a flowing, melodic sound that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive choice. Its formation likely follows patterns seen in names like Yarexa and Yaritza, which have Hispanic or Arabic influences, but Yarixa itself is best understood as a modern American coinage.
Yarixa is a modern given name of recent coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1992. It appears to be a creative variation of names like Yarexa or Yaritza, which themselves derive from Yamileth or other fashionable endings. The suffix -ixa adds a distinctive touch. Its use has remained relatively rare, with a peak in 2009.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yari, Rixa
Variants: Yarexa, Yaritza
Sibling names for Yarixa
Names that share Yarixa's style, for a brother or sister.

