Yomii

“night”

Japanese origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8033US 2023

14Births / yr

↓Falling

6All-time births

📅 Since 202000

What does Yomii mean and where does it come from?

Yomii (よみい) is a modern Japanese name that can be broken into characters that mean 'night' (夜, 'yo') and 'beauty' (美, 'mi'). The name is not widely used, making it relatively unique. Its rarity may appeal to parents looking for a trendy yet meaningful name for their daughters. The name's popularity

Cultural significance

Yomii has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japanese-speaking communities, where it reflects values of night.

Peak popularity

Reached #14959 in 2020 — currently #8033 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yomii?

Yomii works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yomii Grace

How popular is Yomii right now?

Declining — down 22 spots — currently #8033 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#8033 · Top 5.9%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8033	14	▼ down 22
2022	#8011	14	▼ down 3061 · -48% births
2021	#4950	27	▲ up 10009 · +350% births
2020	#14959	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yomii

Best Year2021Rank #4950

Peak Count27

Average Rank#8988

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Yomii

Yomii is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2020. With 6 total births recorded, Yomii remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14959 in 2020 to #8033 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yomii in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

💎Yomii has only 6 total recorded births since 2020 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yomii?

Common

YomYomieYomy

What names sound and feel like Yomii?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yomii also consider these

Tomii

Japan · Free, reason, beauty

Japan · Meaning 'to read'

Demii

English · follower of Demeter,

Yomari

Spanish · Sweet bread, special

Common questions about the name Yomii

What does the name Yomii mean?

Yomii means "night" — a name rooted in Japanese tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Yomii?

Yomii is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yomii have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Yomii?

Yomii originates from Japanese tradition. Japanese names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Yomii trending right now?

Yomii is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Yomii a common or rare name?

Yomii is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.