To shed light or to enlighten
Yaira is a feminine form of the Hebrew name Jair (Yair). It carries the poetic meaning of bringing light or shining brightly, often interpreted as being enlightened by God.
Less common today
Yaira isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,508 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
