"More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb."
Biblical Name · Arabic/Hebrew Origin
Yara Meaning in the Bible
Yara
girl
Yara means "Small butterfly; Honeycomb", a girl's name of Arabic/Hebrew origin. Yara appears in the King James Bible, and Psalm 19:10 is the passage most often tied to it. Yara is sweeter than gold — honeycomb wisdom, truth that nourishes, the small butterfly who carries God's goodness on delicate wings.
Is Yara in the Bible?
Yes — Yara (spelled Jarah in the King James Bible) appears in the King James Bible; the passages below give the context.
Pronunciation:/YAR-ah/
OriginArabic/Hebrew
MeaningSmall butterfly; Honeycomb
What does Yara mean?
Yara is a girl name of Arabic/Hebrew origin meaning "Small butterfly; Honeycomb". Yara is the honeycomb — and God's words are sweeter than the honeycomb. 'More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.' Yara carries the sweetness of divine truth.
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What does Yara mean in the Bible?
Yara means "Small butterfly; Honeycomb" and is a name of Arabic/Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Yara is the honeycomb — and God's words are sweeter than the honeycomb. 'More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.' Yara carries the sweetness of divine truth.
Where does Yara appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Yara is connected to 2 key passages in the King James Bible, beginning with Psalm 19:10. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"My son, eat thou honey, because it is good; and the honeycomb, which is sweet to thy taste."
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Which books of the Bible mention Yara?
Yara is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Yara?
Yara is sweeter than gold — honeycomb wisdom, truth that nourishes, the small butterfly who carries God's goodness on delicate wings.
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Yara name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Yara (spelled Jarah in the King James Bible) appears in the King James Bible; the passages below give the context.
Yara means "Small butterfly; Honeycomb." It is an Arabic/Hebrew name. The King James Bible uses it, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Arabic/Hebrew. Yara comes into English from Arabic/Hebrew and carries the sense "Small butterfly; Honeycomb." It appears in the King James Bible.
Common questions about the name Yara
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Yara?
You can read every verse where Yara appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.