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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The syllable can mean 'prosperous' or 'rich' depending on the hanja used
- Origin
- Korean
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- WUHN-hoh
Won is a Korean boy's name, pronounced WUHN-hoh (IPA /ˈwʌnhoʊ). Because Korean names are built from hanja, this single syllable can mean 'prosperous' or 'rich' depending on which character parents choose to write it with. It's a compact pick for families drawn to global, minimalist naming styles.
Meaning & Origin of Won
Meaning: The syllable can mean 'prosperous' or 'rich' depending on the hanja used.
Origin: Korean.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Won
WUHN-hohIPA /ˈwʌnhoʊ/
Popularity of Won
Won does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
Names Like Won
These names share Won’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Won mean?
The syllable can mean ‘prosperous’ or ‘rich’ depending on the hanja used. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Won?
Won is pronounced WUHN-hoh (IPA: /ˈwʌnhoʊ/).
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