Kyu Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkyoo / kjuːKorean; Japanese
Meaning
Korean: 'nine'; Japanese: 'to be strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Korean culture, the name Kyu is often associated with the number nine, which can symbolize completeness or fulfillment. In Japan, Kyu can be linked to strength and resilience. The name is relatively uncommon in Western contexts but may be chosen for its unique sound and cultural significance. It is sometimes used in combination with other characters in both languages to create compound names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kyu
- Kyu-
International Variants
- Qiu (Chinese)
- Kyu (Japanese)
- Kyu (Korean)
Famous people named Kyu
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Fictional characters named Kyu
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kyu was first seen in the United States in 2001. Kyu has ranked as high as #1282 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kyu has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kyu
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |