Summary

Yoo is a Korean surname that originated from the ancient Gaya confederacy in present-day South Korea. It is one of the most common surnames in the country and holds historical significance. The Yoo family has a rich heritage and has made substantial contributions to Korean society.
There are
13225
Yoos in the USA
Yoo is the
2724th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Yoo

YooAh-in

Yoo Ah-in is a South Korean actor and creative director known for his roles in the films 'Punch' and 'The Throne,' as well as the drama series 'Secret Love Affair' and 'Chicago Typewriter.'

YooJae-suk

Yoo Jae-suk is a well-known South Korean television host and comedian known for his quick wit and sense of humor. He has hosted popular variety shows like 'Running Man' and 'Infinite Challenge.'

YooYeon-seok

Yoo Yeon-seok is a South Korean actor known for his roles in the dramas 'Reply 1994' and 'Hospital Playlist,' as well as the films 'A Werewolf Boy' and 'Whistleblower.'

YooIn-na

Yoo In-na is a South Korean actress and radio DJ known for her roles in the dramas 'Goblin' and 'Touch Your Heart,' as well as the film 'My Love, My Bride.'

MichelleYeoh

Michelle Yeoh is a Malaysian actress and producer known for her roles in the films 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,' 'Memoirs of a Geisha,' and 'Crazy Rich Asians.'

JohnYoo

John Yoo is an American legal scholar and former government official known for his controversial legal opinions on executive power and the use of torture during the George W. Bush administration.

YooHae-jin

Yoo Hae-jin is a South Korean actor known for his roles in the films 'Veteran,' 'Luck-Key,' and 'The Pirates,' as well as the drama series 'Reply 1994.'

DanielDae

Daniel Dae Kim is a South Korean-American actor known for his roles in the television series 'Lost,' 'Hawaii Five-0,' and 'The Good Doctor.' He is also a producer and activist.

LeeByung-hun

Lee Byung-hun is a South Korean actor and singer known for his roles in the films 'Joint Security Area,' 'A Bittersweet Life,' and 'The Good, the Bad, the Weird.' He has also appeared in Hollywood films like 'G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra' and 'Red 2.'

GracePark

Grace Park is a Canadian-American actress known for her roles in the television series 'Battlestar Galactica' and 'Hawaii Five-0.' She has also appeared in films like 'Romeo Must Die' and 'The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift.'

Yoo Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Yoo' is of Korean origin and is one of the most common surnames in South Korea. It is derived from the Hanja character '劉,' which means 'to kill' or 'to behead.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Yoo' is primarily found in South Korea, where it is one of the most common surnames. It is also found in other countries with significant Korean populations, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Yoo' include 'Yu,' 'Ryu,' and 'Yiu.'
Migration and ImmigrationKoreans with the surname 'Yoo' have migrated to other countries, particularly during periods of war and political turmoil in Korean history. Many Koreans with the surname 'Yoo' have also immigrated to other countries for educational and professional opportunities.