Yuma
yu-ma
Popularity:
11594
Origin:
Japanese
Other Origin(s):
Native American
Meaning:
Evening, dusk; Kindness; Superiority; Dance; Jasmine; Love; Son of the chief
Yuma is a gender-neutral Japanese name that can be written with many kanji variations, granting countless endearing meanings to this serene appellation. Some of the adjectives favored for this name include “evening,” “dusk,” “kindness,” “superiority,” “dance,” “jasmine,” and “love.” Yuma is also a Native American name for boys, meaning “son of the chief.” Whichever origin calls to you, Yuma’s cheerful sound makes it a friendly name sure to keep the pep in baby’s step.