Yuna
Yuna is a Japanese / Korean girl name meaning “Depends on the characters used, e.g. 'gentle' or 'moon'”.
| Meaning | Depends on the characters used, e.g. 'gentle' or 'moon' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Japanese / Korean |
| Pronunciation | YOO-nah |
| Muslim name? | Not a traditional Muslim name |
Meaning and origin of Yuna
Yuna is a girl's name used in Japan and Korea, and its meaning depends entirely on how it is written. In Japanese it can be spelled with many different kanji combinations, giving senses such as 'gentle', 'excellent' or 'moon', while in Korean it is usually built from Sino-Korean syllables chosen by the family. Because of that, no single translation is correct for every Yuna; the meaning lies in the characters a particular family picks. It has no Arabic root and no traditional meaning in Islamic naming.
The name has been among the more popular girls' names in Japan in recent decades and is also familiar in South Korea, helped by well-known figures such as the figure skater Kim Yuna. It is pronounced YOO-nah in both languages. In Southeast Asia the sound became widely known through the Malaysian singer Yuna, whose stage name is a short form of her given name. Muslim parents who like the sound but want an Arabic meaning often choose Yumna, a Quranic-rooted name linked to blessing and the right hand, or similar names such as Yusra and Yara.
Famous people named Yuna
- Kim Yuna — South Korean figure skater and 2010 Olympic champion
- Yuna — Malaysian singer-songwriter
Is Yuna a Muslim name?
Yuna is not a traditional Muslim name. It comes from Japanese and Korean and has no Arabic meaning. Muslim parents who like the sound often choose Yumna, an Arabic name meaning 'blessed' or 'on the right side'.
Where is the name Yuna used?
Popular in Japan and South Korea.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yuna mean?
Yuna means 'Depends on the characters used, e.g. 'gentle' or 'moon''. It comes from Japanese / Korean.
Is Yuna a Muslim name?
Yuna is not a traditional Muslim name. It comes from Japanese and Korean and has no Arabic meaning. Muslim parents who like the sound often choose Yumna, an Arabic name meaning 'blessed' or 'on the right side'.
How do you pronounce Yuna?
Yuna is pronounced YOO-nah.
Is Yuna an Arabic name?
No. Yuna comes from Japanese and Korean and has no Arabic meaning.
Is Yuna the same as Yumna?
No. Yumna is a separate Arabic name meaning 'blessed' or 'on the right side'; it is often chosen by Muslim parents who like the sound of Yuna.
What does Yuna mean in Japanese?
It depends on the kanji used; common readings give meanings such as 'gentle' or 'moon'.