Rising since 2003, #1,976 for boys today.
Popularity of Yug since 2003
Babies named Yug per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 85 |
| 2010s | 322 |
| 2020s | 305 |
Meaning & origin
Yug is a rare and modern name that first appeared on U.S. birth certificates in 2003. It reached its peak rank of 1,976 in 2025 and is currently rising in usage. Approximately 1 in 22,183 male newborns received the name that year. It is most popular in Washington, New Jersey, and Virginia. The name's origins are unclear, but it may draw inspiration from the Sanskrit term yuga, meaning 'age' or 'epoch,' though this connection remains unconfirmed. Parents selecting Yug are likely drawn to its short, distinctive sound and contemporary feel, with no strong cultural or historical associations.
The name Yug first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2003 and has risen slowly in use ever since. It may be a modern coinage, possibly inspired by the Sanskrit term 'yuga' (an epoch or age in Hindu cosmology) or simply a short, trendy two-syllable name. Its exact derivation is unclear, and its origins are best described as Modern English.
Where Yug is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Yug
Names that share Yug's style, for a brother or sister.
