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American names starting with U include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to American heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes American-origin names so enduring.

American names starting with U — quick facts

  • 42 American names begin with the letter U
  • 27 girl names, 11 boy names
  • American names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

American Girl Names Starting With U

27 girl names

#675
American
A name possibly derived from older Germanic roots, meaning 'prosperous' or 'wealthy'.
#709
American
Unity
#783
American
unique one
#839
American
wrathful, haughty
#839
American
Unique
#842
American
African American Vernacular English
#860
American
You Need A
#943
American
unique
#1007
American
Unity or one
#1025
American
A modern variation of the name Uriah, meaning 'my light' or 'God is my light'
#1066
American
Joyous
#1080
American
Unique
#1090
American
A variant of Eureka, meaning 'I have found it'.
#1103
American
To Bear, Endure
#1219
American
From the ancient city of Utica in North Africa
#1247
American
Derived from 'Andrea', meaning brave or manly
#1330
American
A modern name derived from 'unique', meaning 'one of a kind'.
#1450
American
Unity or one
#1456
American
From the old, enduring one.
#1469
American
A feminine form of Don, meaning ‘world leader’ or ‘ruler’
#1700
American
unique or one-of-a-kind
#1708
American
freedom
#1749
American
Unique, one-of-a-kind
#1786
American
Derived from the name Yolanda, meaning 'violet flower'.
#1790
American
A form or variation of the name Yolanda
#1879
American
A modern name with no clear traditional meaning; may evoke a sense of uniqueness and individuality.
#1917
American
'One of a kind' or 'unusual'.

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American Boy Names Starting With U

11 boy names

#528
American
derived from 'Udonis', a modern name often associated with strength and resilience.
#575
American
the state of being united or joined
#913
American
A modern variation of the name Andrew, which means 'manly' or 'brave'.
#1267
American
to take by surprise, astonish
#1505
American
A variant of Eugene, meaning 'well-born' or 'noble'.
#1538
American
Possibly derived from American English, meaning 'gifted' or 'talented'.
#1599
American
The name is believed to be derived from a Native American word meaning 'deep valley'.
#1710
American
Ulysses; wrathful
#1984
American
My light is Yahweh
#2339
American↑ Rising
doorkeeper
American
People of the mountain

American Unisex Names Starting With U

4 gender-neutral names

#801
American
From the yew tree valley
#1395
American
Derived from Andrea, masculine form meaning 'manly'
#1755
American
not yet born
#1872
American
Derived as an abbreviation of unique; implying individuality.