Yairi is of Japanese origin, derived from the phrase "yai" meaning "good" and "ri" meaning "beautiful". This name gained prominence through the popular anime series "Your Lie in April", where a character named Yairi plays the violin with exceptional talent. The name has since been adopted by parents seeking unique yet meaningful names for their daughters. Pronounced as yah-EE-ree, it carries a melodic ring, reminiscent of its musical inspiration. In Japan, Yairi is often associated with elegance and beauty due to its meaning and the success of the character it represents in popular culture.
The name Yairi saw a significant increase in popularity between 2001 and 2004, with the highest number of births recorded in 2004 at 12. However, there was a notable decline in 2006 with only 5 births that year. Overall, from 2001 to 2006, there were a total of 41 births named Yairi.