Find out how popular the first name Yeraldi has been for the last 32 years (from 1993 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yeraldi by gender

Based on the last 32 years of data, Yeraldi is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yeraldi.

The history of the first name Yeraldi

The given name Yeraldi has its roots in the Basque language spoken in parts of Spain and France. The name dates back to at least the 10th century, and is thought to have derived from the Basque words "yer" meaning "earth" and "aldi" meaning "time" or "period". The combination of these words suggests a connection to the natural world and the passing of seasons.

In ancient Basque folklore, there are references to a goddess or spirit known as Yeraldi, who was believed to represent the fertility of the earth and the cyclical nature of life. This could explain the origin of the name and its association with the land and the changing of times.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Yeraldi can be found in medieval documents from the Basque region, such as birth records and family chronicles. One notable figure from this period was Yeraldi of Biscay, a 12th-century noblewoman who played a role in a territorial dispute between the kingdoms of Navarre and Castile.

During the Renaissance, a Basque poet and playwright named Yeraldi Etxepare (1530-1600) gained recognition for his works celebrating Basque culture and language. His writings helped to preserve and popularize the name Yeraldi among the Basque people.

In the 19th century, there was a Basque politician named Yeraldi Arana (1865-1951) who was a prominent advocate for Basque nationalism and autonomy from Spain. He founded the Basque Nationalist Party and played a significant role in shaping the region's political landscape.

Another historical figure with the name Yeraldi was a Spanish explorer named Yeraldi de la Torre (1890-1962), who led several expeditions to South America and the Amazon rainforest in the early 20th century. His accounts of these expeditions and the indigenous cultures he encountered were widely published and garnered international attention.

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