Moon goddess or light of the moon
Yuritzy is a modern name likely derived from the Purépecha (Indigenous Mexican) name Yuriri, meaning 'lake of the moon' or 'moon goddess'. It is often associated with the beauty and light of the night sky in Mexican-American communities.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Yuritzy in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).