Yuna is of Korean origin and means "gracious" or "elegant". It is composed of two characters: Yun ( gracious) and Na (elegance). The name Yuna gained significant popularity in South Korea during the 20th century, becoming one of the top ten female names during that time. Today, it continues to be a beloved choice among Korean parents for their daughters.
The name Yuna experienced a significant increase in popularity over the past four decades, with a notable surge beginning around the year 2000. Prior to this time, fewer than 20 births per year were recorded annually. However, from 2002 onwards, the number of births with the name Yuna increased dramatically, reaching triple digits by 2004 and continuing to rise steadily throughout the 2010s. The most recent data shows that in 2023 alone, there were 198 births with the name Yuna, marking a substantial growth from earlier decades. In total, over the past four decades, there have been approximately 2560 births registered as Yuna.