God has answered; or a variant of Ianeira
Yanira is a name with dual potential origins. In a Spanish-speaking context, it is often considered a modern variation of Jana or Yanina, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious'. Alternatively, it may stem from the Greek name Ianeira, a figure in Greek mythology who was one of the Nereids or sea nymphs.
Less common today
Yanira isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,350 in 1993.
Puerto Rican choreographer and director
American woman whose high-profile legal case in Mexico gained international attention
A sea nymph and daughter of Oceanus and Tethys · Greek Mythology
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
