Yuriy is of Ukrainian origin, meaning "farmer" or "earthworker". It is the Ukrainian form of George, which traces its roots back to the Greek word 'georgos', literally translating to 'earthworker'. In Ukrainian orthography, it is spelled as Юрій and is often transliterated into English as Yuri. The name Yuriy has been popular in Ukraine for centuries, with notable historical figures such as Yurii Andrukhovych, a prominent Ukrainian writer, bearing the name. Today, Yuriy continues to be a widely used name in Ukraine and among the Ukrainian diaspora worldwide.
The name Yuriy experienced a peak in popularity between 2001 and 2010, with over 16 births each year during this period. However, it has since seen a decline in usage, with fewer than 10 births per year from 2014 onwards. Overall, the name Yuriy has been given to 197 children over these years.