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At a Glance
- Origin
- Korean
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- BYUNG-hoh
Byung is a boy's name of Korean origin, pronounced BYUNG-hoh. It has a pared-down, contemporary sound paired with an international feel — the kind of name that reads clearly whether you're in Seoul or somewhere else entirely. If you're looking for something short, easy to say once you know the pronunciation, and rooted in a specific place, Byung is worth considering.
Meaning & Origin of Byung
Origin: Korean.
How to Pronounce Byung
BYUNG-hohIPA /ˈbjʌŋhoʊ/
Popularity of Byung
Byung 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 Byung
These names share Byung’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
How do you pronounce Byung?
Byung is pronounced BYUNG-hoh (IPA: /ˈbjʌŋhoʊ/).
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