Runic Letter Uruz Ur U Letter
ᚢ (U+16A2) is the rune Uruz, a compact runic character used in typography, games, and design work.
U+16A2
ᚢ is a runic letter represented in Unicode as U+16A2. It’s commonly referred to as Uruz, with the name “RUNIC LETTER URUZ UR U.” Use it when you need a small, distinctive runic glyph for text, art, or UI.
Runic Letter Uruz Ur U Letter Meaning
ᚢ is the runic letter Uruz (Unicode U+16A2). In modern use, it’s often selected for its strong, angular “rune-like” appearance rather than as a literal language character in everyday writing. Designers and hobbyists use it as a standalone glyph in logos, badges, and decorative typography, or as part of a larger runic-style word or motif. Developers may also include it in sample text, icon sets, or content where a runic aesthetic is desired. Always ensure your font supports the character so the rune displays correctly.
Common uses
- •Adding a runic-style accent to usernames, usernames badges, or app icons
- •Decorative typography in posters, t-shirt designs, and branding mockups
- •Game UI elements (e.g., item rarity symbols, faction marks, or inventory tags)
- •Providing sample text or glyph demonstrations in educational or design materials
- •Embedding runic glyphs in templates for social posts and graphic overlays
Examples
ᚢ Runic letter Uruz (UR U)
- ᚢRunic accent: ᚢ
- ᚢBadge text: ᚢ URUZ
- ᚢFaction mark: ᚢ — NORTH
- ᚢRarity label: ᚢ Rare
- ᚢSticker caption: ᚢ UR
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+16A2 | |
| HTML Entity | ᚢ | |
| HTML Code | ᚢ | |
| CSS | \16A2 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 5794 | |
| Decimal | 5794 |
How to type Runic Letter Uruz Ur U Letter (ᚢ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 5794 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 16A2 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 16A2. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 16a2, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ᚢ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Runic Letter Uruz Ur U letter mean?
ᚢ is the runic letter Uruz (Unicode U+16A2). In modern use, it’s often selected for its strong, angular “rune-like” appearance rather than as a literal language character in everyday writing. Designers and hobbyists use it as a standalone glyph in logos, badges, and decorative typography, or as part of a larger runic-style word or motif. Developers may also include it in sample text, icon sets, or content where a runic aesthetic is desired. Always ensure your font supports the character so the rune displays correctly.
What is the Unicode code point for ᚢ?
ᚢ is Unicode code point U+16A2.
How do I copy ᚢ in plain text?
Copy the character directly from this page: ᚢ. Paste it into your editor, document, or design tool that supports Unicode.
Which name does Unicode use for this character?
Unicode names it “RUNIC LETTER URUZ UR U.”
Will ᚢ display correctly in all fonts?
Not always. Rune glyphs depend on font support. If you see a box or missing character, try a font that includes the runic block.