Yuji is a unisex given name of Japanese origin, meaning 'assisting' or 'helping'. It consists of two characters: 'yuu', which means 'to help', and 'ji', representing 'person'. This name has been traditionally used for both males and females in Japan but is more commonly associated with men. Yuji gained international recognition through various cultural influences, such as literature, film, and anime. Notable figures bearing this name include Japanese musician Yuji Saeko and manga artist Yuji Naka.
"This data suggests a consistent popularity of the name Yuji over several decades, with an average of around 6 births per year. The name's popularity seems to have peaked in the late 1980s and early 1990s, but it has remained steady since then."