How popular is the name Yu in 2025?

Yu is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.

When was the name Yu most popular?

Yu peaked in 1990, reaching #5549 among US girl names.

Yu will almost certainly be the only one in school.

girl name

Yu entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #5549 in 1990, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#5549

peak (1990)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 400 people named Yu are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Yu alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Yu in 2025?: Yu is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
When was the name Yu most popular?: Yu peaked in 1990, reaching #5549 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Yu with classmates?: Yu will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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