Yashira

“הושיעה נא”

Hebrew origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12198US 2022

8Births / yr

↑Rising

510All-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Yashira

YAH·SHIR·uh

/ˈjɑ.ˈʃɪr.ə/ · stress on YAH · 3 syllables

“הושיעה נא”

Hebrew origin · Girl name

What does Yashira mean and where does it come from?

Yashira has dual linguistic roots. In Hebrew, it relates to 'please save' or 'help,' often deriving from biblical contexts of seeking salvation. In Japanese, the name can signify 'weave beauty' or 'enigma.' It reflects the multifaceted nature of cross-cultural name adoption and has grown in populari

Cultural significance

Yashira has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of הושיעה נא.

Peak popularity

Reached #3249 in 1987 — currently #12198 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yashira?

Yashira works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yashira Grace

How popular is Yashira right now?

Rising fast — up 1598 spots — currently #12198 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2022#12198 · Top 9.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#12198	8	▲ up 1598 · +33% births
2020	#13796	6	▼ down 2220 · -33% births
2010	#11576	9	▲ up 667 · +13% births
2005	#12243	8	▼ down 3951 · -33% births
2000	#8292	12	▼ down 3316 · -40% births
1995	#4976	20	▼ down 306 · -5% births
1990	#4670	21	▲ up 976 · +62% births
1985	#5646	13	▲ up 4741 · +117% births
1980	#10387	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yashira

Best Year1990Rank #4670

Peak Count21

Average Rank#9309

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 20229 years

The story of Yashira

Yashira is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 510 total births recorded, Yashira remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #10387 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12198 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Yashira in 1987:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Jennifer Sarah

Yashira by decade

Yashira peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	168
1990s ★	169
2000s	101
2010s	66
2020s	6

💎Yashira has only 510 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yashira?

Common

YasYaIra

Famous people named Yashira

Yashira (historical community leader)

Yashira led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.

Yashira (historical figure)

Yashira bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.

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What names sound and feel like Yashira?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yashira also consider these

Yassira

Arabic · The one who

Yasmira

Arabic · a variant of

Yasira

Arabic · Arabic

Yachira

Japan · to be remembered

Yadhira

Mexico · Yadhira, often interpreted

Common questions about the name Yashira

What does the name Yashira mean?

Yashira means "הושיעה נא" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Yashira?

Yashira is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yashira have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Yashira?

Yashira originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Yashira?

Yashira is a three-syllable name pronounced Y AA1 SH IH1 R AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Yashira?

Yashira pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.