Summary

Surname YOU is of Chinese origin and is derived from the Mandarin word 'You', which means 'friendly'. It is a common surname in China, representing a significant portion of the population.
There are
5234
Yous in the USA
You is the
6486th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called You

YouJing

Chinese poet and statesman during the Tang Dynasty. Noted for his poetry and contributions to the political landscape of the time.

YousufKarsh

Armenian-Canadian photographer known for his portraits of notable individuals, including Winston Churchill, Albert Einstein, and Audrey Hepburn.

YouGuo

Chinese military general who played a significant role in the overthrow of the Qin Dynasty and the establishment of the Han Dynasty.

YousufKhan

Indian film actor better known as Dilip Kumar. Regarded as one of the greatest actors in the history of Indian cinema.

YouShaozong

Chinese painter from the Song Dynasty known for his landscape paintings and contributions to the development of the Southern Song painting style.

You Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'You' has origins in several cultures and countries, including China, Korea, and Vietnam.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'You' can be found in various regions across the world, mainly in East Asia.
VariationsThe surname 'You' may also be spelled as 'Yu', 'Yoo', or other variations depending on the region and transliteration.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname 'You' occurred throughout history, particularly during times of political and social upheaval. Specific locations and reasons vary depending on the respective region and period.