Unisex Name
Yū
jɨᵝː
Overview
Gender
masculine & feminine
Origin
Categories
brave
courage
D.Gray-man characters
gentleness
Good Morning Call characters
Japanese words
Jujutsu Kaisen characters
Magical Girls
The Kindaichi Case Files characters
YuYu Hakusho characters
Writing Systems
ゆうJapanese Hiragana
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
89/100
wholesome160%
refined100%
simple120%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Yū (ゆう, ユウ) is a common Japanese given name used by either sex. It can be derived from various kanji, each carrying distinct meanings: 優 (yū) meaning 'excellence, superiority, gentleness', 悠 (yū) meaning 'permanence', or 勇 (yū) meaning 'brave'. The name embodies qualities of excellence, endurance, and courage, reflecting the cultural values of Japanese society.
Etymology
Original Form:
Japanese kanji: 優, 悠, 勇
Evolution:
The name Yū has maintained its pronunciation and core meanings across centuries, with its kanji representations evolving in stylistic forms but retaining their semantic essence.
Source:
Japanese language and cultural traditions