K-Name Dictionary

Korean Name Dictionary

Beautiful stories hidden in names

What values are embedded in the names of your favorite idols?Explore the deep meanings of Korean names crafted over millennia.

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What is K-Name Dictionary?

HangulHub's Name Dictionary explains the meaning and pronunciation of Korean names. Search a name to see the meaning of each syllable along with its romanized pronunciation. It also covers idol and actor names, so K-pop fans and Korean learners can easily understand what their favorite names mean.

Each character in a Korean name carries meaning, reflecting parents' hopes and values. Discover what your favorite idol's name means and create your own Korean name.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I find the meaning of a Korean name?

Enter a name into the Name Dictionary to see what each syllable means. Korean names are usually built one syllable at a time, each carrying its own meaning, so combining them reveals the meaning of the full name.

How is the meaning behind each name syllable shown?

Instead of displaying the original characters, the dictionary explains each syllable's meaning in plain language. For example, it tells you a syllable means 'gold' or 'wisdom,' so you can understand a name even without knowing Korean.

Can I look up the meaning of idol or actor names?

Yes. You can search K-pop idol and actor names too. You'll see the meaning behind your favorite member's real name along with its correct pronunciation, helping fans understand the names on a deeper level.

Does it tell me how to pronounce a name?

Each name comes with a romanized pronunciation based on the official Revised Romanization system. Even if you can't read Hangul, you can pronounce the name correctly from the romanization.