How Many People Are Named Yuji?

Complete statistics for the name Yuji: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Yuji
Very Rare
Japanese

Yuji means 'brave' in Japanese, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1 in 1,299,241 Americans share this unique moniker, with just 254 people named Yuji living today. The majority, 54%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~254
Living in US
1 in 1,299,241
Americans
1992
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Brave
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Courageous Determined
2
Life Path Number

Life-path number 2 symbolizes balance, harmony, and cooperation.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

369,025
Worldwide Bearers
#2,822
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
297,223
🇨🇳 China
60,360
🇸🇬 Singapore
4,736
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
2,084
🇹🇼 Taiwan
1,362
🇺🇸 United States
1,109
🇧🇷 Brazil
726
🇹🇭 Thailand
709
🇮🇩 Indonesia
112
🇨🇦 Canada
94

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
254 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 26
141
Would be under 30 (54%)
121
Would be 30–60 (46%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 262 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1992

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
71
Classic Feel
31
Modern Appeal
89
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Yuji Through the Generations

Yuji's journey through the generations reflects its status as a relatively new name in the United States. It peaked in popularity in 1992 with 11 births, but overall, it's remained stable, with 262 total births recorded since its introduction. Today, the average Yuji is 26 years old, with most falling into the under-30 bracket. This distribution suggests that Yuji is embraced by younger parents, contributing to its modern appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 17

✨ Similar Names to Yuji

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Yuji's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Yuji

How Many People Have the Name Yuji?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 254 people in the United States currently share the name Yuji. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,299,241 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Yuji a Common or Rare Name?

Yuji is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Yuji Mean?

Yuji means "brave" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Yuji in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Yuji Most Popular?

The name Yuji reached peak popularity in 1992, with 11 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Yuji?

Approximately 254 people named Yuji live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 262. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,299,241 Americans.

Is Yuji a rare name?

Yuji is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,299,241 Americans has this name.

What does the name Yuji mean?

Yuji means "brave" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Yuji more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Yuji are male and 0% are female.

When was Yuji most popular?

Yuji peaked in 1992 with 11 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US254
All-Time Births262
1 in X1 in 1,299,241
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age26
Peak Year1992
World Rank#2,822
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.