"Midwinter feast, Christmas season"
Origin: Old Norse
Language: en
Yule
Pronunciation: [ y-OOL ]
Yule is a girl name of Old Norse origin meaning "Midwinter feast, Christmas season." Ranked #40,310 in the US.
A distinctive 1-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Yule first appeared in US Social Security records in 2021.
Over 5 babies have been named Yule in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yule is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #40,310 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
#40,310
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #40,310
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Scandinavian English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
Middle Names
Middle Names for Yule
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Yule is also used as a boy name, ranked #43760.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yule
What does the name Yule mean?
"Midwinter feast, Christmas season" (from Old Norse)
What is the origin of the name Yule?
Yule has Old Norse, Scandinavian, English, and American origins. In Old Norse, it means "Midwinter feast, Christmas season".
Is Yule a boy or girl name?
Yule is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #40310. As a boy name, it is ranked #43760. Yule is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Yule?
Yule is pronounced y-OOL.
How popular is the name Yule?
Yule is currently ranked #40310 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Yule?
Popular middle name pairings include Yule Noelle, Yule Rose, and Yule Mae.
What are good sibling names for Yule?
Names that pair well with Yule as siblings include Holly, Carol, and Jasper.
How many syllables does Yule have?
Yule has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Yule a common or rare name?
Yule is an uncommon name, ranked #40310 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Yule
Yule is a girl name with Scandinavian, English, and American origins . The name means "Midwinter feast, Christmas season" in Old Norse .
Is Yule a boy or girl name? Yule is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #40,310 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #43,760. Yule is more commonly used as a girl name.
Yule is currently ranked #40,310 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Yule has 1 syllable and is pronounced y-OOL, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Yule include Yuliana, Yulissa, Yulieth, Yulianna . 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)
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