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Name
Hyun
Gender
Boy name
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Hyun is a gender-neutral first name that can be seen as an alternative spelling of the Korean name Hyeon (현). Translated into German, this name means 'the virtuous', 'the dignified', 'the brilliant', or 'the wise'.

What does the name Hyun mean?

Hyun, a gender-neutral first name, is a variation of the Korean name Hyeon (현). In German, it means 'the virtuous', 'the dignified', 'the brilliant', or 'the wise'. The origin of the name lies in the Korean hyeon (賢), which means 'virtuous', 'dignified', 'good', 'capable', 'to shine', and 'wise'. Alternatives to this name include Hyung and Hyuna.

Where does the name Hyun come from?

The name Hyun originates from Korea and can be used for both males and females, carrying the meaning 'the virtuous'. The Korean

How do you pronounce Hyun?

Hyun is pronounced like 'Juhn'.

Popularity

In Germany, Hyun is considered a rare first name. In 2016, it ranked 4,252nd on the list of the most common male first names. Its best ranking was in 2007, when it reached 1,124th place. In the last ten years, Hyun has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,874th.

Frequently asked questions about the name Hyun

Where does the name Hyun come from?

The name Hyun originates from Korea and is used for both men and women.

What does the name Hyun mean?

Hyun means 'the virtuous' and also has meanings such as 'dignified', 'brilliant', and 'wise'.

How popular is the name Hyun?

The popularity of the name Hyun varies, but it is widely used in Korea and is gaining recognition internationally.

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