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At a Glance: Name: Hoseok – Origin: Korean – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: HOH-suk
Hoseok is a boy's name of Korean origin, pronounced HOH-suk (IPA /ˈhoʊsʌk/). You may see it described as meaning 'the one who brings happiness' or 'to be prosperous,' but that claim can't be confirmed — the meaning of a Korean compound name depends on the specific hanja chosen, which isn't documented for this entry, and the gloss's popularity likely owes more to BTS member J-Hope (born Jung Hoseok) than to attested etymology. It's counted here among names with global reach.
Meaning & Origin of Hoseok
Origin: Korean.
A common claim: Often said to mean 'the one who brings happiness' or 'to be prosperous' Actually: The meaning of Hoseok depends on the specific hanja chosen. Its popularity likely owes more to BTS member J-Hope (born Jung Hoseok) than to attested etymology.
How to Pronounce Hoseok
Phonetic: HOH-suk IPA: /ˈhoʊsʌk/
Popularity of Hoseok
Hoseok 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.
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FAQ
What does the name Hoseok mean?
Often said to mean ‘the one who brings happiness’ or ‘to be prosperous’ The meaning of Hoseok depends on the specific hanja chosen. Its popularity likely owes more to BTS member J-Hope (born Jung Hoseok) than to attested etymology.
How do you pronounce Hoseok?
Hoseok is pronounced HOH-suk (IPA: /ˈhoʊsʌk/).
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