How popular is the name Sayuri?

Sayuri is currently ranked #3734 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Sayuri?

Sayuri is pronounced sah-YOO-ree.

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Sayuri

Q: What is the origin of the name Sayuri?

Sayuri is a name of Japanese origin.

sah-YOO-ree

Sayuri is a girl’s name of Japanese origin, meaning “Sayuri is a Japanese name meaning "small lily." It is a combination of the kanji for "small" (小) or "early blooming" (早) and "lily" (百合).”. It currently ranks #3734 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2007.

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What Sayuri Means

“Sayuri is a Japanese name meaning "small lily." It is a combination of the kanji for "small" (小) or "early blooming" (早) and "lily" (百合).”

The Story of Sayuri

This name blooms with the delicate elegance of a small lily, a whisper of grace carried from Japan to your child's lips.

Sayuri is a name of Japanese origin, typically formed from kanji that convey meanings like 'small' (小) or 'early blooming' (早) combined with 'lily' (百合). The lily, a symbol of purity and beauty in Japanese culture, lends an inherent grace to the name. It emerged as a given name in the early 20th century and has since been associated with refined artistry and gentle feminine spirit.

When you envision your daughter, do you see a quiet strength, a refined beauty that unfolds gently like petals? Sayuri carries that essence. It’s a name that feels like a soft breath, a delicate fragrance that lingers. You'll find yourself drawn to its gentle sound, imagining the tender way it will sound when you call her name across a sun-dappled garden.