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Yukio: Meaning & Origin

Yukio is a boy name of Japanese origin meaning “snow hero”. It's a unique and uncommon choice for parents seeking something distinctive. With 3 syllables, it's elegant and melodic.

Pronunciation

YOO-kee-oh

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

10/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 90% of popular names.

Nicknames

YukiKio

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

38%
39
2010
24
Current
#39
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Yukio Haruto
  • Yukio Kei

Famous Namesakes

  • Yukio Mishima (author)

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Yukio

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