Yaniris
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Yaniris
Yaniris is a modern feminine name of Greek origin derived from "Iris," meaning "rainbow," with the prefix "Yan-" likely added as a creative variation common in contemporary naming practices.
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Etymology
Yaniris is a modern feminine name of Greek origin derived from "Iris," meaning "rainbow," with the prefix "Yan-" likely added as a creative variation common in contemporary naming practices. The name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean, with no significant historical or religious association.
Yaniris currently ranks #16,904 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2002.
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