Find out how popular the first name Yarexy has been for the last 5 years (from 2006 to 2010) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yarexy by gender

Based on the last 5 years of data, Yarexy is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2010, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yarexy.

The history of the first name Yarexy

The name Yarexy is believed to have originated from the ancient Sumerian language, which was spoken in the region of Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 3500 BC. It is thought to be derived from the Sumerian words "yar" meaning "moon" and "exy" meaning "blessed". Therefore, the name Yarexy could be interpreted as "blessed by the moon".

The earliest known reference to the name Yarexy can be found in a cuneiform tablet dating back to around 2500 BC, which was discovered in the ruins of the ancient city of Ur. The tablet appears to be a record of births and includes the name Yarexy as one of the newborns.

In ancient Sumerian mythology, the moon was considered a powerful and sacred entity, and it is possible that the name Yarexy was given to children as a way of invoking the moon's blessings and protection.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Yarexy was a Sumerian priestess who lived in the city of Uruk around 2100 BC. She was known for her devotion to the moon goddess Nanna and is believed to have played a significant role in the religious rituals and ceremonies of the time.

Another notable Yarexy was a Babylonian scribe who lived in the city of Babylon during the reign of King Hammurabi in the 18th century BC. He was responsible for recording and preserving many of the laws and decrees of the time, including the famous Code of Hammurabi.

In the 7th century BC, there was a Yarexy who was a renowned astrologer and astronomer in the ancient city of Nineveh (modern-day Mosul, Iraq). He is credited with making significant contributions to the understanding of the movements of the moon and other celestial bodies.

During the Parthian period (247 BC – 224 AD), a Yarexy served as a high-ranking military commander and is said to have played a crucial role in several victories against the Roman Empire.

In the 9th century AD, a Yarexy was a renowned poet and scholar in the city of Baghdad, during the Islamic Golden Age. His works were widely celebrated for their beautiful and intricate use of language and imagery.

While the name Yarexy is not as common today as it once was, it remains a testament to the rich cultural heritage and history of the ancient Mesopotamian civilization.

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