UK name, mostly boys
Yuxuan
A Chinese name meaning "excellent and sublime" or "beautiful and transforming".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2010. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a girls' name in the UK, with 3 girls.
Yuxuan is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Yuxuan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2010 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4678, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2010 to 2010. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Yuxuan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Yuxuan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2011 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Yuxuan ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales in 2010, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 3 boys were registered as Yuxuan.
- • Yuxuan is also recorded for girls, but the boys side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Yuxuan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 50.0% of Yuxuan registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4678
2010
Births in 2010
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Yuxuan
In England and Wales birth records, Yuxuan has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 50.0% of registrations are for boys and 50.0% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Yuxuan registered for boys
- Ranked #4,678 in 2010
- 3 boys registered in 2010
- Peak: 2010 (3 births)
Yuxuan registered for girls
- Ranked #5,707 in 2010
- 3 girls registered in 2010
- Peak: 2010 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Yuxuan mean?
The given name Yuxuan has its roots in Chinese culture and language. It is a combination of two Chinese characters, "Yu" and "Xuan," which together carry a profound meaning. The character "Yu" is often associated with jade, symbolizing purity, grace, and nobility. The character "Xuan" is related to the concept of profoundness, referring to something deep, mysterious, and enlightened.
The earliest recorded use of the name Yuxuan can be traced back to ancient Chinese literature and historical records. It appears in several classical texts, such as the "Book of Songs" and the "Analects of Confucius," suggesting its deep-rooted cultural significance. In some instances, the name was bestowed upon individuals who were believed to possess exceptional wisdom, intellect, or spiritual depth.
One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Yuxuan was a renowned scholar and poet during the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). Born in 701 AD, Yuxuan was known for his influential works that explored the intricacies of Confucian and Taoist philosophies. His poems and essays were widely celebrated for their elegant language and insightful observations about the human condition.
Another prominent figure in history bearing the name Yuxuan was a Buddhist monk who lived during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD). Born in 1525, Yuxuan became revered for his profound understanding of Buddhist teachings and his dedication to spreading the dharma. He is remembered for establishing several monasteries and authoring numerous texts that helped preserve and disseminate the Buddhist principles of compassion and enlightenment.
In the realm of martial arts, Yuxuan was also the name of a legendary Shaolin monk who lived during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912 AD). Born in 1671, Yuxuan was renowned for his mastery of the Shaolin Kung Fu techniques and his unwavering commitment to the warrior's code of honor and discipline. His teachings and exploits were documented in various martial arts manuals and folklore, inspiring generations of practitioners.
During the late 19th century, Yuxuan was the name of a prominent Chinese calligrapher born in 1858. His artistic contributions to the art of Chinese calligraphy were widely celebrated, and his works were frequently displayed in prestigious exhibitions and collections. Yuxuan's calligraphic style was known for its fluidity, elegance, and harmonious balance, reflecting the profound meanings associated with his name.
Throughout its long history, the name Yuxuan has carried a rich tapestry of cultural and philosophical significance in Chinese tradition. It has been bestowed upon individuals who exemplified qualities of wisdom, depth, purity, and artistic excellence, leaving an indelible mark on various aspects of Chinese cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Yuxuan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Yuxuan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4678 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Yuxuan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Yuxuan in the UK right now?
In 2010, Yuxuan was ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Yuxuan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 3 babies registered as Yuxuan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Yuxuan?
A Chinese name meaning "excellent and sublime" or "beautiful and transforming".
How many people are called Yuxuan in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Yuxuan across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.