Liyu
Girl nameLiyu has been given to 97 babies in the U.S. since 2011. It peaked in 2016.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
97
Peak year
2016 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2011
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Liyu — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Liyu.
Sibling name ideas for Liyu
Same era and popularity as Liyu, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Liyu?
Liyu has been given to 97 babies in the U.S. since 2011. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Liyu peak?
Liyu peaked in 2016, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Liyu a girl or boy name?
Liyu is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Liyu are girls).
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