To sparkle or jewel-like
Jahayra is a modern variant of the Arabic name Yahaira or Jahaira. It is often interpreted as meaning to sparkle, shine, or as a reference to a precious jewel. The name has gained some usage in Spanish-speaking communities as a creative phonetic variation.
Less common today
Jahayra isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,787 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Transgender rights activist and community advocate
