Rising since 2008, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Yue since 1982
Babies named Yue per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 0 | 12 |
| 1990s | 0 | 53 |
| 2000s | 5 | 16 |
| 2010s | 67 | 0 |
| 2020s | 70 | 5 |
Meaning & origin
The name Yue, meaning 'moon,' entered U.S. records in 2002 and has seen rising popularity since 2008. It peaked in 2021, though it remains relatively rare, with a 2025 rank of 8,860 and about 1 in 146,115 babies receiving the name. Its modern appeal lies in its short, melodic sound and cross-cultural recognition, being familiar to English speakers through Chinese culture and media. Because top state data is not available for this name, its geographic spread is not documented, but it is likely concentrated in urban areas with diverse populations.
Yue is the Mandarin pinyin romanization of the Chinese character 月, meaning 'moon.' While the name has ancient roots in Chinese culture, its use as a given name in English-speaking countries is a modern phenomenon, typically chosen for its simple elegance and celestial symbolism. It may also be a variant of the Cantonese transliteration Yuet.
Sibling names for Yue
Names that share Yue's style, for a brother or sister.
