Find out how popular the first name Yaneris has been for the last 7 years (from 1985 to 1991) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yaneris by gender

Based on the last 7 years of data, Yaneris is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1991, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yaneris.

The history of the first name Yaneris

The name Yaneris has its origins in the Spanish language. It is a combination of two names, Yanet and Iris. Yanet is a Spanish variant of the name Jeanette, which is derived from the French form of the name Jane. Jane comes from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "God is gracious." Iris is a Greek name meaning "rainbow."

Yaneris is believed to have first emerged as a name in the late 20th century in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean region. It appears to be a modern invention, created by combining the names Yanet and Iris, possibly to form a more unique and melodic name.

As a relatively new name, there are no known historical references to Yaneris in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records from earlier periods. However, the name has gained popularity in recent decades, especially among Spanish-speaking communities.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Yaneris is Yaneris Marín, a Venezuelan model and beauty queen born in 1982. She was crowned Miss Venezuela in 2002 and represented her country in the Miss Universe pageant the same year.

Yaneris Lara is a Cuban volleyball player who has represented her country in various international competitions, including the Olympic Games. She was born in 1986 and has been a member of the Cuban national volleyball team since the early 2000s.

Yaneris Ramírez is a Cuban actress and model born in 1986. She has appeared in several Mexican telenovelas and films, including "Triunfo del Amor" and "El Crimen del Padre Amaro."

Yaneris Fernández is a Venezuelan singer and songwriter born in 1992. She gained popularity in the early 2010s with her debut album "Desde Cero," which featured a mix of pop and urban rhythms.

Yaneris Arteaga is a Cuban-American author and poet born in 1984. She has published several collections of poetry, including "Poemas para una Princesa" and "Diálogos con la Noche."

While the name Yaneris is still relatively uncommon on a global scale, it has gained a foothold in Spanish-speaking communities, particularly in Latin America and among Hispanic populations in the United States. Its blend of Spanish and Greek roots gives it a unique and melodic quality, contributing to its increasing popularity in recent decades.

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