The name Yue originates from Chinese characters, primarily 越 (yuè) meaning 'cross, surpass', which also refers to the Yue people, an ancient ethnic group in China. Alternatively, it can derive from 月 (yuè) meaning 'moon'. The name carries connotations of transcendence, cultural identity, and natural beauty. It is a unisex name and has been used historically and in modern times across various Chinese-speaking regions.