Yul
Yul is a boy's name of Other origin.
Meaning
Beyond, further; or a diminutive form of Yury (George).
Origin and history
Yul is a distinctive given name with roots found in multiple cultures, including Mongolian where it relates to 'beyond' or 'further', and as a diminutive of Yury in Slavic traditions. In the United States, it remains relatively rare, famously brought to public attention by iconic actor Yul Brynner in the mid-20th century.
Popularity in the United States
674 babies in the United States have been named Yul since 1880. It ranks #4002 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1902.
States where it is most popular
- CA (45.9 %)
- AL (13.5 %)
- AR (13.5 %)
- LA (13.5 %)
- TX (13.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 79 |
| 1960-1970 | 219 |
| 1970-1980 | 116 |
| 1980-1990 | 61 |
| 1990-2000 | 54 |
| 2000-2010 | 55 |
| 2010-2019 | 65 |
| 2020-2029 | 25 |
Famous people named Yul
- Yul Brynner: Actor
- Yul Vazquez: Actor, Musician
Fun facts
- The name was made famous in western pop culture by Oscar-winning actor Yul Brynner, known for his role in The King and I.