Yu
Pronunciation: [ y-OO ]
Yu is a girl baby name. Ranked #28,027 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Yu first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 381 babies have been named Yu in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yu is past its peak , currently ranked #28,027 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,027
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Also a Boy Name
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About the Name Yu
Yu is a girl name .
Is Yu a boy or girl name? Yu is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #28,027 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #28,630. Yu is more commonly used as a girl name.
Yu is currently ranked #28,027 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Yu include Yusra, Yuna, Yuri, Yuliana, Yulissa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis