Yuval

“Stream, river”

Israel origin · Unisex name

♂ 64% boys♀ 36% girls

#7749US 2022

11Births / yr

↑Rising

574All-time births

📅 Since 199500

How to pronounce Yuval

YOO·vul

/ˈjuː.vəl/ · stress on YOO · 2 syllables

“Stream, river”

Israel origin · Unisex name

What does Yuval mean and where does it come from?

Yuval (יובל) is a Hebrew name that means 'stream' or 'river', symbolizing fluidity and life. It is commonly used in Israel for both males and females, although it tends to be predominantly female in contemporary usage. The name has biblical reference to Yuval, a descendant of Cain and known as the f

Cultural significance

Yuval has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of stream, river.

Peak popularity

Reached #6747 in 2001 — currently #7749 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yuval?

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

Yuval Grace

How popular is Yuval right now?

Rising fast — up 3006 spots — currently #7749 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2022#7749 · Top 5.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#7749	11	▲ up 3006 · +57% births
2021	#10755	7	▲ up 1561
2020	#12316	7	▲ up 4538 · +40% births
2015	#16854	5	▼ down 3109 · -29% births
2010	#13745	7	▼ down 3414 · -30% births
2005	#10331	10	▼ down 1599 · -9% births
2000	#8732	11	▲ up 2170 · +57% births
1995	#10902	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yuval

Best Year2022Rank #7749

Peak Count11

Average Rank#11423

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20228 years

The story of Yuval

Yuval is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 574 total births recorded, Yuval remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10902 in 1995 to #7749 in 2022. Yuval is used for both genders: 36% female and 64% male.

Names that peaked alongside Yuval in 2001:

Emily Madison Hannah Ashley Alexis

Yuval by decade

Yuval peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	6
1980s	49
1990s	99
2000s ★	242
2010s	163
2020s	15

💎Yuval has only 574 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yuval?

Common

YuvYuvieYuvy

What names sound and feel like Yuval?

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

Yuvan

India · Sanskrit

Duval

France · from the valley.

Yubal

Hebrew · Hebrew

Yuva

Sanskrit · young, youthful

American · Little one, young.

How is Yuval written in other languages?

יוּבָל

Hebrew

Common questions about the name Yuval

What does the name Yuval mean?

Yuval means "Stream, river" — a name rooted in Israel 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 Yuval?

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

What is the cultural origin of Yuval?

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

How do you pronounce the name Yuval?

Yuval is a two-syllable name pronounced Y UW1 V AH0 L. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Yuval trending right now?

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