girl name · Japanese origin
Yui
/ YOO-ee /
Meaning
Yui means Gentle; bind (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
YOO-ee
Popularity
#6104 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Yui in the US, 1880–2025
Yui first appears in US records in 1989. It peaked in 2016, when 32 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 20.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Yui mean?
Yui is commonly written with kanji meaning “gentleness,” or “to bind/tie” together with “clothing.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yui mean?
Yui means Gentle; bind. Yui is commonly written with kanji meaning “gentleness,” or “to bind/tie” together with “clothing.”
What is the origin of the name Yui?
Yui is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Yui?
Yui is pronounced “YOO-ee.”
Is Yui a boy or a girl name?
Yui is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Yui?
In 2025, Yui ranked #6104 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Yui most popular?
Yui was most popular in 2016, when about 32 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.