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Yuri

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Pronounced YOOR-ee /ˈjʊɹ.i/Low

Meaning: LilyLow

In 30 seconds: Yuri is a Japanese girl's name meaning 'lily'.
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Origin LowJapanese
MeaningLily
U.S. rank (2024)#1491 β†˜ Falling
2024 U.S. births146 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 3,629

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202219192024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

As a Japanese name, Yuri carries the meaning 'lily', tying it to the flower. It is a short, clear name whose sense rests entirely on that single floral image.

The soft, two-syllable sound gives it an easy, gentle feel that suits its flower meaning.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Yuri is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name - Yuri β€” etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration β€” 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Yuri mean?

Yuri is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with Uncertain tradition.

How do you pronounce Yuri?

It's commonly said YOOR-ee /ˈjʊɹ.i/.

Is Yuri a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Yuri is used as a girl name.

How popular is Yuri?

In 2024, Yuri ranked #1491 in the U.S. for girls, with 146 births recorded.