Yuri
1 synonym for Yuri, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A Russian male given name, the equivalent of "George."
Etymology
The male name comes from Russian Ю́рий (Júrij), a form of "George."
Full origin of Yuri →Frequently asked questions
What does “Yuri” mean?
The word “Yuri” means a Russian male given name, the equivalent of "George.".
How do you pronounce “Yuri”?
“Yuri” is pronounced YUU-ree (/ˈjʊɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Yuri” in a sentence?
Here is “Yuri” used in a sentence: “Yuri Gagarin was the first person in space.”
What part of speech is “Yuri”?
“Yuri” is a noun.
Where does the word “Yuri” come from?
The word “Yuri” comes from Russian. The male name comes from Russian Ю́рий (Júrij), a form of "George.".
Is “Yuri” a common word?
“Yuri” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Yuri” have?
“Yuri” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a Russian male given name, the equivalent of "George.".
Is "Yuri" a male or female name?
"Yuri" can be either: as a Russian name it is masculine and equivalent to "George," while as a Japanese name it is feminine. The gender associated with the name depends on its cultural origin.
Is the Russian "Yuri" related to the name "George"?
Yes, the Russian male given name "Yuri" is considered the equivalent of "George" in English, sharing the same underlying name tradition despite the different form.
