Yanaira
Guanche/Spanish · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Yanaira
Yanaira is a feminine given name of Spanish origin derived from the Guanche language (indigenous to the Canary Islands), meaning "dark" or "black." The name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly in the Canary Islands where it reflects the pre-Hispanic Guanche heritage.
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Etymology
Yanaira is a feminine given name of Spanish origin derived from the Guanche language (indigenous to the Canary Islands), meaning "dark" or "black." The name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly in the Canary Islands where it reflects the pre-Hispanic Guanche heritage.
Yanaira currently ranks #14,883 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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