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Yatziri

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Pronounced [ɟʝat.ˈse.ɾi] /ˈætsei/Medium

Meaning: Sea of bitternessMedium

In 30 seconds: Yatziri is recorded as Spanish with the meaning 'sea of bitterness.' It has a flowing, three-syllable rhythm and an unusual, striking sound.
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Origin MediumSpanish
MeaningSea of bitterness
U.S. rank (2025)#3129 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births52 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,442

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319982025

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

Listed under Spanish usage, Yatziri carries the meaning 'sea of bitterness,' an image that gives it weight despite its lyrical sound. The name has a distinctive shape that sets it apart from more common Spanish girls' names. Its rolling Y- opening and -iri ending are a large part of its appeal.

The repeated soft vowels and the trailing -iri give Yatziri a musical, almost whispered quality that belies its more somber meaning.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Yatziri is 'sea of bitterness', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name - Yatziri — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Jayde— shares Yatziri's Spanish roots
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Yatziri mean?

Yatziri is usually explained as meaning 'sea of bitterness' and is most often linked with Spanish tradition.

How do you pronounce Yatziri?

It's commonly said [ɟʝat.ˈse.ɾi] /ˈætsei/.

Is Yatziri a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Yatziri is used as a girl name.

How popular is Yatziri?

In 2024, Yatziri ranked #2738 in the U.S. for girls, with 63 births recorded.

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