Minjun
Minjun is a boys' name of Korean origin meaning “quick-witted and handsome.” Minjun (민준) combines the characters for 'quick, clever' (민) and 'handsome, talented' (준).
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how do you pronounce Minjun?
MIN-joon
where does the name Minjun come from?
A Korean given name, also spelled Min-jun or Min-joon.
It has been the most popular boy's name in South Korea for much of the 2000s and 2010s, reflecting the cultural value placed on both intelligence and appearance.
the history of Minjun
Minjun became the most popular name for South Korean baby boys in 2004 and has held the top spot in most years since; 2,641 boys were given it in 2008 alone. Its popularity has been linked to drama characters, especially Do Min-jun in the 2013-2014 series My Love from the Star, and in 2010 it was also the name most often chosen by adults changing their names, with 552 men switching to it.
who are famous people named Minjun?
- Park Min-jun (South Korean actor)
what are the nicknames and variants of Minjun?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Minjun?
what names go well with Minjun?
Sibling names that share Minjun's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Minjun
What does the name Minjun mean?
Minjun means “quick-witted and handsome”.
What is the origin of the name Minjun?
Minjun comes from the Korean naming tradition. Related forms include Min-jun and Min-joon.
How popular is the name Minjun?
Minjun has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Minjun a boy or girl name?
Minjun is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Minjun?
Minjun is pronounced MIN-joon, with 2 syllables.
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