Unknown; possibly a modern variation of Yara or Yahaira
Yahri is a rare contemporary name with an uncertain etymology. It may be a creative American variation of the Arabic name Yara, meaning small butterfly, or a shortened form of the Spanish-Hebrew name Yahaira. Due to its rarity, it is often chosen by parents seeking a unique, melodic sound without a fixed traditional history.
About 9 girls were named Yahri in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
