Yumi

Yumi: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Yumi

  • A female given name from Japanese.

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese ゆみ (Yumi).

How popular is Yumi?

55U.S. babies in 2025
#3027peak rank (2025)
1,022babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,022 girls in the U.S. have been named Yumi. Its highest rank for girls was #3027 in 2025. In 2025, 55 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Yumi FAQ

What does the name Yumi mean?

A female given name from Japanese. Borrowed from Japanese ゆみ (Yumi).

What is the origin of the name Yumi?

Yumi is listed as a name of Japanese origin.

How popular is the name Yumi?

Since 1880, 1,022 girls in the U.S. have been named Yumi. Its highest rank for girls was #3027 in 2025. In 2025, 55 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Yumi a boy or girl name?

Yumi is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,022 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.