Iara
Tupi-Guarani · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Iara
The name 'Iara' means "lady of the water" or "water queen" in Tupi-Guarani, derived from the indigenous Brazilian mythological figure of a beautiful siren-like river spirit.
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Etymology
The name 'Iara' means "lady of the water" or "water queen" in Tupi-Guarani, derived from the indigenous Brazilian mythological figure of a beautiful siren-like river spirit. It is primarily used in Brazilian and Portuguese-speaking cultures, rooted in indigenous Brazilian folklore rather than a specific religion, with no notable historical context beyond its mythological origins.
Iara currently ranks #12,397 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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