Iara
Lady of the waters
Tupi-Guarani, Brazilian
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Iara
“Lady of the waters”
About this name
In Brazilian mythology, Iara was a beautiful mermaid who lived in the Amazon River. The name is of Tupi-Guarani origin.
It means "Lady of the waters." Iara has a popularity score of 65 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced ee-AH-rah. It is traditionally associated with None. It is associated with themes of Mythology and Water. Its listed personality traits are Fluid, Enchanting and Mysterious. It has 3 syllables and 4 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Yara.
Name Details & Attributes
Meanings
Water lady
Personality Traits
Syllables
3
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iara mean?
The name Iara means "Lady of the waters."
What origin is the name Iara?
Iara has Tupi-Guarani and Brazilian origins.
Is Iara a boy or girl name?
Iara is traditionally a girl's name.
How do you pronounce Iara?
Iara is pronounced ee-AH-rah.
Is Iara popular?
Iara has a popularity score of 65 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.
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