Sayuri Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sayuri is a Japanese name meaning 'little lily', derived from the combination of 'saya' and 'uri'. The name has evolved through different forms of the Japanese language and gained popularity in the 20th century. It is associated with beauty and nature, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sayuri"
Pronunciation
/sɑˈjuːri/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Sayuri is derived from the Japanese words 'saya' meaning 'small' or 'little' and 'uri' meaning 'lily', which together can be interpreted as 'little lily'.
Meaning
little lily
Language Evolution
古代日本語 (Kodai Nihongo) - Ancient Japanese, 中世日本語 (Chūsei Nihongo) - Medieval Japanese, 近代日本語 (Kindai Nihongo) - Modern Japanese
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Japan during the 20th century and has been commonly used in various forms of media, including literature and film.
Variants & Derivatives
Sakura, Yuri, Sayu
Modern Popularity & Image
Sayuri is often associated with beauty and delicacy, evoking images of grace and nature, particularly due to its connection with the lily flower.
Famous People
Sayuri Yoshinaga, a renowned Japanese actress, Sayuri Sugawara, a noted Japanese singer
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 106 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sayuri"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sayuri"
"Sayuri" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11006th of 27321 | 80 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3381st of 35406 | 712 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3441st of 30306 | 551 |
Regional Popularity of "Sayuri" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sayuri" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
82.43% 3777th/4582 |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
38.48% 2814th/7313 |
31.98% 2387th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
64.61% 2899th/4487 |
52.48% 3580th/6822 |
40.07% 2515th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sayuri"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sayuri" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Sayuri" in the United States
The name Sayuri is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sayuri has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Sayuri' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11006th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3381st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3441st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sayuri' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.