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Won-hee

Won-hee is a girls' name of Korean origin meaning “first joy, primary happiness.”

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more about Won-hee

Won-hee combines 'won' (first/origin/garden) with 'hee' (joy/brightness), expressing the happiness of a first child or the primary source of joy. The name carries warmth and celebration, reflecting the Korean tradition of naming children as expressions of family gratitude and delight.

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  • Lee Won-hee (Korean footballer)

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quick answers about Won-hee

What does the name Won-hee mean?

Won-hee means “first joy, primary happiness”.

What is the origin of the name Won-hee?

Won-hee comes from the Korean naming tradition.

How popular is the name Won-hee?

Won-hee has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.

Is Won-hee a boy or girl name?

Won-hee is primarily a girls' name.

How do you pronounce Won-hee?

Won-hee is pronounced WON-hee, with 2 syllables.

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