Yuna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yuna is a Japanese name meaning 'night' or 'moon', reflecting beauty and calmness. Its evolution from traditional Japanese to modern contexts highlights its cultural significance. The name has gained popularity due to its association with contemporary media, while its biblical relevance is absent. Notable individuals bearing the name contribute to its modern image.
The name Yuna is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Yuna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling 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, 'Yuna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12276th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3203rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1401st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yuna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yuna"
Pronunciation
/juːˈnɑː/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Yuna is derived from the Japanese word 'yuna', which means 'night' or 'moon'. It is often associated with beauty and calmness.
Meaning
night, moon
Language Evolution
Yuna (Japanese), Yunā (transliterated form), Yuna (modern usage)
Historical Usage
Yuna has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in Japan and among fans of anime and manga, where it is often used for female characters.
Variants & Derivatives
Yumiko, Yuki, Yuna-chan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Yuna is perceived as a modern and popular name, often associated with grace and elegance, particularly in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Yuna Ito (singer), Yuna (Malaysian singer-songwriter)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yuna"
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 "Yuna"
"Yuna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12276th of 27321 | 64 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3203rd of 35406 | 774 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1401st of 30306 | 1,954 |
Regional Popularity of "Yuna" 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 "Yuna" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.24% 3264th/4582 |
48.14% 2486th/5164 |
60.00% 4388th/7313 |
26.10% 1948th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
35.24% 1404th/3984 |
29.55% 1326th/4487 |
27.72% 1891st/6822 |
15.49% 972nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yuna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yuna" 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.