Masculine dossier · first seen 1969

Yu

Stable Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
2002
Peak births
17
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Z
1969Peak 20022025
peak 2002 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Yu

How many people are named Yu?

An estimated 440 living Americans are named Yu.

How rare is Yu?

Yu is very rare among babies today, with 9 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 47.1% from its 2002 peak.

How old is the typical Yu?

The median age of a living American named Yu is approximately 24 years, with most bearers falling between 13 and 35 years old.

Is Yu still popular?

Yes. Yu is holding steady, with 9 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Peak year
2002
Decline from peak
47.1%
2025
9
All-time
449