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At a Glance
- Origin
- Korean
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- JEE-min
Jimin is a Korean given name, pronounced JEE-min, and it's used for children of any gender. You might come across it described online as meaning "wise and quick," but that's just one possible hanja reading rather than a fixed, verifiable meaning tied to the name itself.
Meaning & Origin of Jimin
Origin: Korean.
A common claim: Commonly glossed as meaning 'wise and quick.' Actually: Reflects one possible hanja combination, not a verifiable fixed meaning.
How to Pronounce Jimin
JEE-minIPA /ˈdʒiːmɪn/
Popularity of Jimin
In U.S. Social Security data stretching from 1990 to 2024, Jimin has stayed rare throughout: it reached its high point at #7235 in 2020 with 11 babies given the name, then settled at #9367 in 2024 with 8.
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FAQ
What does the name Jimin mean?
Commonly glossed as meaning ‘wise and quick.’ Reflects one possible hanja combination, not a verifiable fixed meaning.
How do you pronounce Jimin?
Jimin is pronounced JEE-min (IPA: /ˈdʒiːmɪn/).
Is Jimin a popular name right now?
Jimin peaked at #7235 in 2020 and is ranked #9367 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1990–2024.)
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