MallowbyNames

Yomaira

yo-MY-rah · Meaning uncertain; possibly a modern coinage or variant of Yamila or Yomara.

Peak popularity
1986
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Yomaira since 1978

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

254974198020002020Most births 1986Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s12
1980s246
1990s111
2000s70
2010s12
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Yomaira first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1978, a very rare name that peaked in use in 1986. It has maintained a stable but low trajectory, never entering the top 1000. Its meaning and origin are uncertain, but it likely drew from Spanish or Arabic influences, possibly as a variant of Yamila or Yomara. The name has not been associated with any top states in the data, reflecting its scattered usage. For parents seeking a distinctive name with a melodic sound, Yomaira offers a unique choice with little historical baggage.

Yomaira is a name of uncertain origin, possibly a modern feminine creation blending sounds from names like Yamila (Arabic for 'beautiful') or Yomara (a Spanish name with contested roots). It first appeared in U.S. records in 1978, likely as a Spanish-influenced innovation. Its usage peaked in 1986 and has remained stable but rare since.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Yomi

Variants: Yomara, Yamaira

Sibling names for Yomaira

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Yomaira mean?
The meaning of Yomaira is uncertain. It may be a variant of Yamila (Arabic for 'beautiful') or a modern coinage. There is no single accepted meaning.
How popular is the name Yomaira?
Yomaira has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. Its peak usage was in 1986, and it has remained very rare, with fewer than 5 annual births in recent years, according to Social Security data.
Is Yomaira a boy or girl name?
Yomaira is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.