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Yumi

/ YOO-mee /
Girl Japanese 2 syllables
Meaning
Yumi means Beauty; archery bow (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
YOO-mee
Popularity
#3027 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Yumi in the US, 1880–2025
1960198020002020

Yumi first appears in US records in 1960. It peaked in 2025, when 55 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 55.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

Is Yumi popular?

Near its peak Yumi is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.

US babies given the name Yumi, by decade
2020s 261
2010s 273
2000s 160
1990s 112
1980s 107
1970s 53
1960s 56

Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.

What does Yumi mean?

Yumi is written variously as “reason + beauty” or with the kanji for an archery bow.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Yumi mean?

Yumi means Beauty; archery bow. Yumi is written variously as “reason + beauty” or with the kanji for an archery bow.

What is the origin of the name Yumi?

Yumi is of Japanese origin.

How do you pronounce Yumi?

Yumi is pronounced “YOO-mee.”

Is Yumi a boy or a girl name?

Yumi is most commonly used as a girl name.

Is Yumi a popular name right now?

Yumi is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.

How popular is the name Yumi?

In 2025, Yumi ranked #3027 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Yumi most popular?

Yumi was most popular in 2025, when about 55 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.

What names are similar to Yumi?

Names similar to Yumi include Yuki, Rin, Airi, Aiko, Yui.

What names go well with Yumi?

Japanese names that pair well with Yumi include Akira, Kenji, Emi, Ren, Nami.