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      Meaning of the first name Iraia

      Origin

      Greek

      Meaning

      From Iraia, Greece

      Variations

      Ikaia, Irais, Iraya
      The name Iraia has its origins in Greek and can be traced back to the ancient town of Iraia in Greece. In Greek, Iraia means from Iraia, Greece. This name is most commonly found in regions influenced by Greek culture and its diaspora.

      In history, the name Iraia finds mentions in ancient Greek texts and inscriptions, particularly those referring to individuals from the town of Iraia. While the exact historical context or significance associated with the name is not explicitly known, it is likely that individuals carrying this name were identified as being from or associated with Iraia. The sporadic appearance of this name throughout history indicates that it was not widely used or particularly notable.

      In modern-day usage, the name Iraia is relatively rare but continues to be used in Greek-speaking regions and among Greek communities worldwide. Due to its historical association with a specific location, it may be considered as a way of preserving cultural heritage or as a nod to Greek ancestry among individuals or families. However, it holds no significant cultural or symbolic meaning beyond its geographical origin.

      Based on our records...

      Karauria

      Karauria

      This is the most common surname associated with Iraia.
      Hiraina

      Hiraina

      This is the most common name of those married to a Iraia.
      Benjamin

      Benjamin

      This is the most common name for a child of a Iraia.
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      1897 is when there were the most people born with the first name Iraia.

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