Yaritza

Likely an elaboration of the multicultural Yara, an Arabic name well-used in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries meaning "butterfly" or "helper" (or possibly "water nymph" from its Tupi origins). A popular choice in Mexico, it has a stylish, zippy sound.

Yaritza is also given to boys.

Pronounced yah-REE-tsuh.

As of November 2026, Yaritza ranked #2894 for girls in US births in 2025 and #10130 for boys in US births in 1993 SSA, peaked at #492 for girls in 1993.