Yuri
Yuri: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈjʊɹi/
Meaning and origin of Yuri
- A transliteration of the Russian male given name Ю́рий (Júrij), equivalent to George.
- A female given name from Japanese.
Etymology
From Russian Ю́рий (Júrij, “George”). Doublet of George.
How popular is Yuri?
Since 1880, 3,769 girls and 2,455 boys in the U.S. have been named Yuri (61% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1299 in 1987. Its highest rank for boys was #1345 in 1976. In 2025, 227 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Yuri
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Yuri
Sister and brother names that share Yuri's Japanese roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Yuri FAQ
What does the name Yuri mean?
A transliteration of the Russian male given name Ю́рий (Júrij), equivalent to George. A female given name from Japanese. From Russian Ю́рий (Júrij, “George”). Doublet of George.
What is the origin of the name Yuri?
Yuri is listed as a name of Japanese origin.
How popular is the name Yuri?
Since 1880, 3,769 girls and 2,455 boys in the U.S. have been named Yuri (61% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1299 in 1987. Its highest rank for boys was #1345 in 1976. In 2025, 227 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Yuri a boy or girl name?
Yuri is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (3,769 girls and 2,455 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.