Yuriy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYOO-ree / ˈjʊr.iUkrainian; Russian; Hebrew
Meaning
farmer (Ukrainian/Russian); light (Hebrew)
Historical & Cultural Background
Yuriy is a common name in Ukraine, derived from the Greek name Georgios, which means 'farmer.' In Russian culture, it is often associated with Saint George, a significant figure in Orthodox Christianity. The Hebrew meaning of 'light' adds a spiritual dimension, making it a name with diverse cultural significance across different regions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yuri
- Yuriyko
International Variants
- Yuri (Russian)
- Georgiy (Ukrainian)
- Jorge (Spanish)
Famous people named Yuriy
Yuriy Gagarin — first human in space.
Yuriy Shevchuk — Ukrainian rock musician.
Yuriy Lutsenko — Ukrainian politician.
Yuriy Semyonov — Soviet scientist.
Fictional characters named Yuriy
Yuriy — 'The Tale of Tsar Saltan'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yuriy was first seen in the United States in 1996. Yuriy has ranked as high as #1283 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Yuriy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yuriy
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |