Jiara
Fact sheet
- Name
- Jiara
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Jiara is a Brazilian variant of Iara or Yara.
What does the name Jiara mean?
The name Jiara translates to "the ruler of the water," "the lady from the water," or "the water queen." It originates from the Tupi language and is composed of the elements 'y,' meaning "the water," and 'îara,' meaning "the lady" or "the mistress." In traditional Brazilian mythology, Iara is worshipped as a water nymph. Other variants include Uiara and Jiara.
Where does the name Jiara come from?
The origin of the name Jiara lies in Tupi and means "the ruler of the water." The components of the word consist of 'y' for "the water" and 'îara' for "the lady" or "the mistress." It belongs to the Brazilian-Indian and South American languages.
How do you pronounce Jiara?
Jiara is pronounced like 'Dschiara.'
Popularity
In Germany, Jiara is a rare name. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th on the list of the most common female first names. In the past ten years, Jiara has been given less than ten times, placing it 11,442nd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 13,070th. For a global perspective on Jiara and its popularity, you can view the rankings of individual countries. The data is available here.
Nicknames & pet names
Ira / Jia / JJ
Similar first names
Frequently asked questions about the name Jiara
Where does the name Jiara come from?
The name Jiara has its roots in the Tupi language, which is spoken in Brazil. It belongs to the Brazilian-Indian and South American languages.
What does the name Jiara mean?
Jiara translates to 'the ruler of the water,' 'the lady from the water,' or 'the water queen.'
How popular is the name Jiara?
The popularity of Jiara varies, but it is increasingly trending in Brazil and other South American countries.