Yuzuki

Yuzuki (柚月) combines the kanji for 'yuzu' (a type of citrus fruit) and 'moon'
Japan origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#15024US 2020
6Births / yr
Stable
42All-time births
📅 Since 200900
How to pronounce Yuzuki
yoo-zoo-kee
/yoo-zoo-kee/ · · 3 syllables
Yuzuki (柚月) combines the kanji for 'yuzu' (a type of citrus fruit) and 'moon'
Japan origin · Girl name

What does Yuzuki mean and where does it come from?

Yuzuki (柚月) combines the kanji for 'yuzu' (a type of citrus fruit) and 'moon'. It is a feminine given name in Japan. The name reflects nature's beauty, and it can also signify someone born in October, as 'tsuki' (月) relates to the month. Variations of the name include different kanji combinations wi

Cultural significance
Yuzuki has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japan-speaking communities, where it reflects values of japanese.
Peak popularity
Reached #10352 in 2011 — currently #15024 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Yuzuki?

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

Yuzuki Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Yuzuki Rose
Floral · soft ending
Yuzuki Mae
Sweet · timeless
Yuzuki Claire
French influence · crisp
Yuzuki Jane
Literary · strong
Yuzuki Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Yuzuki right now?

Stable — currently #15024 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20202020#15024 · Top 11%
2020
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2020#145196

The story of Yuzuki

Yuzuki is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2009. With 42 total births recorded, Yuzuki remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Yuzuki in 2011:

Yuzuki by decade

Yuzuki peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

DecadeBirths
2000s8
2010s28
2020s6
💎Yuzuki has only 42 total recorded births since 2009 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yuzuki?

Common
YuzYuzieYuzyUki

How is Yuzuki written in other languages?

柚希, etc.
Japanese Kanji

Common questions about the name Yuzuki

What does the name Yuzuki mean?
Yuzuki means "Japanese" — a name rooted in Japan 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 Yuzuki?
Yuzuki is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yuzuki have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Yuzuki?
Yuzuki originates from Japan tradition. Japan names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Yuzuki?
Yuzuki pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Japan heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Yuzuki trending right now?
Yuzuki is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.