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Yakira

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Pronounced yah-KEE-rah /jɑˈki.rɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Hebrew yakira, 'precious, dear, beloved' (feminine of yakir)Medium

In 30 seconds: Precious and dear: Yakira is Hebrew for 'beloved, precious'. Warm, treasured, and lovely — a name of deep affection.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningFrom Hebrew yakira, 'precious, dear, beloved' (feminine of yakir)

U.S. rank (2025)#4752 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births29 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1997

Total births (all-time)≈ 993

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Yakira comes from Hebrew yakira, 'precious, dear, beloved' (the feminine of yakir). A warm, treasured name in Jewish families, it celebrates a cherished child.

In the U.S. it appears in Jewish families. Rare, beloved at the root, and warm.

Did you know? Yakira means 'precious, dear, beloved' in Hebrew — a warm, affectionate name celebrating a cherished child.

Overall data confidence 78%

Hebrew references — yakira — etymology

Variations

YakirahYekira

Nicknames

Kira

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Yakira mean?

Yakira is Hebrew for 'precious, dear, beloved'.

How do you pronounce Yakira?

It's said yah-KEE-rah /jɑˈki.rɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Yakira a boy or girl name?

Yakira is a girl's name.

How popular is Yakira?

Yakira is a rare name in the U.S.