Female and male first names beginning with the letter “U”..
UNIQUE
MaleUncommon American female given name meaning "one of a kind," originating from the English adjective unique derived from French 'unique' meaning "one" and "only.
UNIQUEA
FemaleAfrican Igbo name meaning "God's own" or "chosen by God," reflecting ancient traditions believing each child has a specific divine purpose.
UNIQUEKA
FemaleExtraordinary African name of Igbo origin, meaning 'unique one who comes after'.
UNIQUEWA
FemaleAfrican name of Akan origin meaning "born on Sunday.
UNIQUIA
FemaleRare, unique name of unknown origin, first used in the US in the late 1970s, with no specific historical or linguistic basis.
UNITA
FemaleUnitah is a unique African name derived from Swahili "unita", meaning "one".
UNITY
FemaleLatin origin, derived from "unus" meaning 'one', signifying harmony and oneness.
UNIVERSE
MaleThe name Universe originates from Latin and signifies "the entirety of everything that exists", including both visible and invisible matter within our cosmos. It was coined by astronomers during the 16th century to describe space beyond Earth's atmosphere, and later popularized as a unisex given name during the mid-20th century space race era. Today, it remains relatively rare but evokes awe at the mysteries of the universe.
UNIVERSE
FemaleThe name Universe, derived from Latin 'universus' meaning 'whole', reflects its English origin with a profound meaning: the totality of all things in existence or the cosmos.
UNIYA
FemaleCaptivating African name of Igbo origin, translating to "one is greater than two," reflecting the Igbo belief in unity and harmony.
UNIYAH
FemaleUnique and beautiful Arabic name derived from "wahid," meaning "one" or "unique." It signifies uniqueness or something that stands alone, making it a distinctive choice.
UNK
FemaleRare, unconventional name of uncertain origin, possibly inspired by similar-sounding names or created as an original.
UNK
MaleIntroducing Unk, a unique name with origins rooted in various cultures throughout history.
UNKNOWN
MaleUncertain origin, symbolizes mystery and individuality.
UNKNOWN
FemaleUnusual given name with no specific origin or meaning, simply conveying mystery or secrecy.
UNKOWN
FemaleThe name Unknown, of unknown origin, is a mysterious and unconventional choice that may reflect individuality or rebellion against societal norms.
UNKOWN
MaleUnknown: Unusual first name of unknown origin, directly referring to the concept of something being unknown.
UNNAMED
FemaleThe name Unnamed, meaning 'not named' or 'without a name,' is an unusual yet captivating choice, originating from various creative purposes rather than a specific culture or language.
UNNAMED
MaleThe name Unnamed has no known origin or widely accepted meaning; it's often used fictitiously or as a placeholder.
UNO
MaleScandinavian origin and means 'power' or 'strength', reflecting its Old Norse roots.
UNSELD
MaleThe rare German surname Unseld originates from 'unselt', meaning "unselfish" or "not self-centered", and was likely given to encourage generosity and kindness.
UNTO
MaleFinnish origin, meaning "until" or "unto," symbolizing continuity and perpetuity. It's rare but historically significant, with notable figures like Johannes Hirn adopting it.
UNYQUE
FemaleUnique is an English unisex name of recent popularity, derived from the adjective 'unique', meaning one-of-a-kind or extraordinary.
UPSHUR
MaleUncommon American given name derived from the Old English word 'ushere', meaning 'warden'. It is associated with prominent political figures like George W.P. Upshur, Secretary of the Navy under President Tyler, and William Lewis Upshaw, a Georgia congressman opposed to slavery. The name also shares its moniker with geographical locations across the United States, notably Upshur County in West Virginia. Despite its rarity, Upshur carries a sense of history and significance.
UPTON
MaleEnglish name with Middle Ages origins, derived from 'ūp tūn' meaning 'upper town'. It was initially a surname for those living near the upper part of a village or hilltop estate, later becoming a given name in the 18th century. Notable bearers include Upton Sinclair, author of "The Jungle".
URA
MaleThe name Ura originates from Japan, where it means 'behind' or 'back', symbolizing support and protection.
URA
FemaleRare, unisex Japanese name derived from the word "浦", meaning "bay" or "coast". It evokes tranquility and serenity, and has historical significance in Japan, including being associated with Princess Ura from the folk tale Momotaro.
URAINA
FemaleRare Latin female name meaning 'heavenly', derived from 'uranus' relating to the sky or heaven.
URAL
MaleMale given name of Turkish origin meaning "hero" in Turkic languages.
URANA
FemaleRare Greek name derived from 'oura', meaning 'hour'.
URANIA
FemaleLatin female given name derived from the word Uranus, meaning 'heaven' or 'sky'.
URANUS
FemaleRare Greek-derived name meaning "heaven" or "sky", honoring the primordial sky god of Greek mythology and serving as the seventh planet's moniker since 1781.
URAZ
MaleTurkish name meaning 'hero', symbolizing strength and courage in Turkish mythology.
URBAIN
MaleUnique Latin-origin given name meaning "of the city," first used in France during the Middle Ages. It was made famous by Saint Urbain, patron saint of cities, and has appeared throughout history, though it's not commonly used today.
URBAN
MaleLatin-origin name derived from "urbanus," meaning 'of or relating to cities.' It's often linked to urban areas and culture.
URBANA
FemaleRare yet refined feminine given name with Latin origins, meaning "of the city" or "civilized". First used during the Middle Ages in Europe, it was historically associated with girls connected to city life and possessed desirable qualities such as being polite and sophisticated. Today, Urbana stands out as an elegant alternative to common city-themed girl's names.
URBANE
MaleRare Latin-origin given name derived from 'urbanus', meaning 'of the city' or 'city-like'. It historically denoted sophistication and elegance, reflecting urban environments.
URBANO
MaleItalian male given name derived from the Latin word 'urbanus', meaning 'of the city' or 'citizen-like'.
URBIN
MaleRare Latin-derived name meaning "relating to the city" or "citified", often associated with sophistication and urbanity in ancient Rome.
UREKA
FemaleSlavic name meaning "dawn," symbolizing new beginnings.