Yuri
Yuri first appears in US records in 1961. It peaked in 2022, when 93 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 88.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Yuri popular?
Near its peak Yuri is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
| 2020s | 507 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 629 | |
| 2000s | 364 | |
| 1990s | 270 | |
| 1980s | 311 | |
| 1970s | 269 | |
| 1960s | 105 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Yuri mean?
Yuri is the Russian form of George, “farmer” or “earth-worker.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yuri mean?
Yuri means Farmer. Yuri is the Russian form of George, “farmer” or “earth-worker.”
What is the origin of the name Yuri?
Yuri is of Slavic origin.
How do you pronounce Yuri?
Yuri is pronounced “YOO-ree.”
Is Yuri a boy or a girl name?
Yuri is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Yuri a popular name right now?
Yuri is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
How popular is the name Yuri?
In 2025, Yuri ranked #1825 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Yuri most popular?
Yuri was most popular in 2022, when about 93 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Yuri?
Names similar to Yuri include Boris, Bogdan, Miroslav, Stanislav, Dragan.
What names go well with Yuri?
Slavic names that pair well with Yuri include Mila, Vera, Nadia, Milan, Danica.