girl name · Japanese origin
Miyu
/ MEE-yoo /
Meaning
Miyu means Beautiful; gentle (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
MEE-yoo
Popularity
#12768 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Miyu in the US, 1880–2025
Miyu first appears in US records in 1995. It peaked in 2000, when 16 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 7.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Miyu mean?
Miyu commonly joins the kanji for “beauty” with “gentleness” or “superiority.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Miyu mean?
Miyu means Beautiful; gentle. Miyu commonly joins the kanji for “beauty” with “gentleness” or “superiority.”
What is the origin of the name Miyu?
Miyu is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Miyu?
Miyu is pronounced “MEE-yoo.”
Is Miyu a boy or a girl name?
Miyu is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Miyu?
In 2025, Miyu ranked #12768 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Miyu most popular?
Miyu was most popular in 2000, when about 16 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.