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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: YOO-nah /juːˈnɑː/
Origin: Japanese; Korean
Meaning: Japanese: gentle; Korean: lotus flower
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Yuna has its roots in various linguistic traditions, with significant influences from Japanese and Korean cultures. In Japanese, Yuna (ゆな) can be derived from the characters for 'gentleness' or 'superior' (優) and 'vegetation' or 'greens' (菜), which together can convey a sense of gracefulness and nature.
The name is also associated with the Korean word 'yuna' (유나), which may have different meanings depending on the hanja (Chinese characters used in the Korean language) chosen to represent it, often conveying positive attributes such as beauty or grace. The name's journey into English-speaking contexts is primarily through the globalization of Japanese and Korean culture, particularly in the realms of media and entertainment.
Historically, the name Yuna does not have a singular notable figure or event that marks its significance in the same way that some names do. However, its usage in various forms of literature, anime, and popular culture has contributed to its recognition.
In the early 21st century, characters named Yuna appeared in various popular media, including video games and television series, which helped to popularize the name outside of its original cultural contexts. The name has also been used in various adaptations and translations, further embedding it in the global consciousness.
Culturally, Yuna embodies qualities of gentleness and beauty, often associated with nature and femininity. This resonance with positive attributes has allowed the name to endure across generations and cultures.
The name may also have diminutive forms or variations, such as Yuni, which can carry similar meanings and associations. Overall, Yuna reflects a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance, making it a name that resonates with themes of grace and natural beauty.
Famous people named Yuna
In this section, you will find notable people named Yuna. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Yuna who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Yuna who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Yuna is a singer-songwriter best known for her albums Chapters, Nocturnal, and Rouge.
Yuna Ito is a singer and actress best known for her singles Endless Story, and her role in the film NANA.
Yuna Kim is a figure skater best known for winning the 2010 Olympic gold medal and the 2009 World Championship.
Fictional characters named Yuna
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Yuna is a fictional character from the video game series Final Fantasy. She is a summoner on a quest to defeat the monstrous Sin and bring peace to her world.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Yuna. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yuna was first seen in the United States in 1983.
Yuna has ranked as high as #1129 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Washington, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Yuna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Yuna is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Yuna was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Yuna (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 73 | |
| TX | 18 | |
| NY | 16 | |
| WA | 13 | |
| MN | 13 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| NJ | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| OK | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Yuna.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 231 |
| 2023 | 198 |
| 2022 | 223 |
| 2021 | 204 |
| 2020 | 152 |
| 2019 | 158 |
| 2018 | 150 |
| 2017 | 153 |
| 2016 | 142 |
| 2015 | 121 |
| 2014 | 125 |
| 2013 | 97 |
| 2012 | 71 |
| 2011 | 93 |
| 2010 | 123 |
| 2009 | 83 |
| 2008 | 63 |
| 2007 | 55 |
| 2006 | 50 |
| 2005 | 58 |
| 2004 | 53 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |