Yui
yoo-ee
Yui is a girl’s name of Japanese origin, meaning “A Japanese name with various meanings depending on the kanji used, such as 'superior garment', 'tie, bind', or 'gentle'.”. It currently ranks #5764 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2016.
What Yui Means
“A Japanese name with various meanings depending on the kanji used, such as 'superior garment', 'tie, bind', or 'gentle'.”
The Story of Yui
In the quiet heart of Japan, a name whispered for generations carries the essence of grace, and it has finally found its way to you.
Yui is a Japanese name that carries profound beauty, with its meaning shifting like sunlight on water depending on the kanji chosen: 'superior garment' suggesting elegance, 'tie, bind' implying connection, or 'gentle' conveying tenderness. Its modern popularity surged in the late 20th century, becoming a cherished choice across Japan.
There is a softness to this name, like the lightest touch on your child's cheek. When you write 'Yui' on the birth certificate, it feels like tying a ribbon around a precious gift, a promise of gentle strength. It is a name that anticipates quiet moments, a name you will whisper with deep affection.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#32 in 2016
Total Births
554
First Recorded
1989
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