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Yuna 与名 – Japanese surname
Yuna (与名) is read ゆうな and has 3 syllables. It is a family name. Written as 与名, the characters mean: bestow + name. This reading can be written with 2 kanji combinations, with 9 to 18 strokes in total.
How to write Yuna in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 与名 | ゆうな | bestow + name | 9 |
| 夢生 | ゆな | dream + life | 18 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Yuna
Yuna in different scripts
| Romaji | Yuna |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | ゆうな |
| Katakana | ユウナ |
| Kanji (most common) | 与名 |
Full name examples
- Ayumi Yuna (Japanese order: 与名歩美, ゆうな あゆみ)
- Yurina Yuna (Japanese order: 与名百合奈, ゆうな ゆりな)
- Yuki Yuna (Japanese order: 与名結城, ゆうな ゆうき)
How to pronounce Yuna
Break it into 2 parts: yu · na. Japanese has no stressed syllables like English, so say each part with the same length and the same weight. The 3 sound units are written ゆうな.
Questions about Yuna
What does Yuna mean in Japanese?
Yuna has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 与名, combines these meanings: bestow + name. Other spellings include 夢生 (dream + life).
How do you write Yuna in kanji?
The most common way is 与名 (ゆうな). It can also be written 夢生.
How do you write Yuna in katakana?
Yuna is ユウナ in katakana and ゆうな in hiragana.
How do you pronounce Yuna?
Yuna is read ゆうな and has 3 syllables (morae).
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Other surnames that use 与
与: bestow, participate in, give
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