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Name meaning & originYuma 悠真

/YOO-mah/

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Yuma is a Japanese boy's name pronounced /YOO-mah/. A gentle name meaning calm and truthful, reflecting a sincere and steady personality.

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Meaning of Yuma

A gentle name meaning calm and truthful, reflecting a sincere and steady personality.

The name Yuma is most commonly formed using the kanji 'Yū' (悠), meaning distant or leisurely, and 'Ma' (真), meaning truth or reality. Historically, the combination reflects a balance between a calm, steady disposition and an unwavering commitment to sincerity.

Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
/YOO-mah/

Cultural background

Yuma is a popular contemporary name for boys in Japan, consistently appearing in top naming charts due to its soft phonetic sound and positive virtues. While primarily masculine, specific kanji combinations are occasionally used for girls.

Variations & nicknames

  • Yuuma
  • Yūma
  • 悠真
  • 佑真
  • 優真
  • Yū-kun

Famous people named Yuma

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Yuma Kagiyama

    Olympic figure skating medalist and World Championship silver medalist.

    Sport · 2010s-present

  • Yuma Nakayama

    Japanese actor and singer formerly of the boy band NYC.

    Music · 2000s-present

  • Yuma Uchida

    Prolific voice actor and singer known for various lead anime roles.

    Film · 2010s-present

  • Yuma Suzuki

    Professional footballer playing as a forward in the J1 League.

    Sport · 2010s-present

  • Yuma Tsukumo

    The main protagonist of the anime and manga series Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal.

    Fiction · 2010s

Frequently asked about Yuma

What does Yuma mean?
Yuma typically translates to 'truth', 'sincerity', or 'genuine' combined with 'leisurely' or 'gentle', depending on the kanji used.
How do you pronounce Yuma?
It is pronounced YOO-mah, with a long 'u' sound and a short 'a' sound.
Is Yuma a boy or girl name?
Yuma is predominantly a masculine name in Japan, though it is occasionally given to girls depending on the specific kanji characters chosen.
Is Yuma a common name in Japan?
Yes, it has been a top-ranking name for Japanese boys since the early 2000s due to its modern sound and meaningful kanji.

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