Yuri

Q: What is the origin of Yuri?

Yuri is of Russian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Yuri a girl name?

Yuri is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Farmer; or Lily"

Yuri occurs in Slavic and Japanese contexts with distinct etymologies, producing different meanings across languages and naming traditions.

Themes:slavicjapaneseunisexcrosscultural

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Yuri

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#1491Ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

#1491

Yuri was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

-41

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Yuri Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Yuri.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Yuri mean?

Yuri means "Farmer; or Lily". Yuri occurs in Slavic and Japanese contexts with distinct etymologies, producing different meanings across languages and

What is the origin of Yuri?

Yuri is of Russian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Yuri?

According to the latest SSA data, Yuri is currently ranked #1491 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Yuri a girl name?

Yuri is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Yuri?

Popular nicknames for Yuri include yury, yuri, yie, yy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Yuri?

There are many names similar to Yuri in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginRussian, Japanese

Syllables2

Length4 letters

US Rank#1491

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withY

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aleksey Alexey Aleksei Artyom Anikin

Sisters

Alesha Anushka Anoushka Annya Alyona

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