Aymara

Q: What is the origin of Aymara?

Aymara is of Indigenous American origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Aymara a girl name?

Aymara is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Oak/Halo; Ewe"

Used as a given name from the ethnonym of the Aymara people of the Andes, adopted into Spanish-language naming.

Themes:ethnonymandesindigenousfeminine

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Popularity History of Aymara

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#10351Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Aymara did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Aymara Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Aymara.

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aymy

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ayma

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mara

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mary

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aymara

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Baby Name Lists That Include Aymara

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Aymara mean?

Aymara means "Oak/Halo; Ewe". Used as a given name from the ethnonym of the Aymara people of the Andes, adopted into Spanish-language naming.

What is the origin of Aymara?

Aymara is of Indigenous American origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Aymara?

According to the latest SSA data, Aymara is currently ranked #10351 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Aymara a girl name?

Aymara is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Aymara?

Popular nicknames for Aymara include aymy, ayma, mara, ay, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Aymara?

There are many names similar to Aymara in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIndigenous American, Spanish

Syllables3

Length6 letters

US Rank#10351

Trend→ Stable

Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Chey Dacotah Jaguar Alton Al

Sisters

Angeni Cheyan Chey Genesee Halona

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