Name meaning
Yuna Name Meaning - Gentle (Japanese)
- Meaning
- Gentle, kind; lotus
- Origin
- Japanese/Korean
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- YU-NA
Yuna means "Gentle, kind; lotus" (Japanese/Korean). Recorded in Japanese sources, Yuna glosses as "Gentle." Yuna is beloved in both Japanese and Korean cultures.
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Archetype
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Japanese tradition
Japanese naming (**namae**) often balances **kanji virtue**, **stroke auspiciousness**, and **kami** (nature spirits). Parents may consult **meimeisho** or temple guidance. Yuna sits in a tradition where sound and character carry **soul intention**.
Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Recorded in Japanese sources, Yuna glosses as "Gentle." Yuna is beloved in both Japanese and Korean cultures.
Origin and Historical Usage
Yuna is beloved in both Japanese and Korean cultures. In Japanese, 由那 (Yuna) combines meaning reason/cause (由) with harmony (那). In Korean, it evokes gentleness and the lotus flower. Final Fantasy X's Yuna made this name globally recognizable. Parents who choose Yuna often cite sound and family heritage as much as dictionary meaning.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- YU-NA
- Syllables
- 2
Geographic and Cultural Usage
The name travels well in international schools and multicultural cities. Japanese origin remains the anchor even when spelling stays unchanged.
Popularity
Ranked #5 in our dataset. Compare with your country's official baby-name tables before deciding on rarity.
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Variants and Related Names
Spelling variants
- Yoona — alternate form of Yuna
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