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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bright, clear; also commonly glossed as 'outstanding'
- Origin
- Korean
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- MYUNG
Myung is a Korean name for boys, pronounced MYUNG. It carries the meaning "bright, clear," and is also commonly glossed as "outstanding" — a name with a clear, uncomplicated sound and a straightforward meaning behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Myung
Meaning: Bright, clear; also commonly glossed as 'outstanding'.
Origin: Korean.
How to Pronounce Myung
MYUNGIPA /ˈmjʌŋ/
Popularity of Myung
Myung 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 Myung mean?
Bright, clear; also commonly glossed as ‘outstanding’.
How do you pronounce Myung?
Myung is pronounced MYUNG (IPA: /ˈmjʌŋ/).
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