Iara

Meaning of Iara

Iara, pronounced ee-AH-rah, flows from Tupi Guarani myth as the “lady of the water,” a river nymph whose laughter ripples through sunlit streams. She’s gentle and fierce at once, a guide who shows that true strength lies in calm depths. Picture an Indian monsoon’s first raindrop dancing on a lotus leaf—that’s the magic woven into this name, a blend of grace and adventure. With a nod to India’s own river goddesses, Iara bridges continents and cultures, promising every little girl a journey filled with wonder, confidence and maybe a giggle that even the fish can’t resist.

Pronunciation

Brazilian Portuguese

• Pronunced as ee-AH-rah (/iˈaʀa/)

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