Find out how popular the first name Seoyoon has been for the last 1 years (from 2003 to 2003) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Seoyoon by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Seoyoon is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2003, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Seoyoon.

The history of the first name Seoyoon

The name Seoyoon is a Korean given name that originated in the Korean language. It is a combination of two distinct words - "seo", which means "excellence" or "virtue", and "yoon", which means "cloud" or "grace". Together, the name can be interpreted to mean "virtuous cloud" or "graceful excellence".

The origins of the name Seoyoon can be traced back to the ancient Korean kingdom of Silla, which existed from 57 BC to 935 AD. During this period, Korean names were often composed of word combinations that conveyed positive attributes or aspirations for the child. The name Seoyoon would have been bestowed upon a child with the hope that they would possess both virtue and grace in their character and actions.

While the name Seoyoon does not appear to have any direct references in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its individual components, "seo" and "yoon", can be found in various Korean literary works and historical records from the Silla period onwards.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Seoyoon dates back to the early Goryeo dynasty (918-1392 AD). During this time, a notable scholar and politician named Seoyoon Kim (김서윤) served as a high-ranking official in the royal court.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Seoyoon. These include:

1. Seoyoon Park (박서윤, 1548-1622), a renowned Confucian scholar and philosopher during the Joseon dynasty.
2. Seoyoon Choi (최서윤, 1876-1935), a prominent Korean independence activist and journalist who fought against Japanese colonial rule.
3. Seoyoon Lee (이서윤, 1920-1985), a celebrated Korean artist known for his ink paintings and calligraphy works.
4. Seoyoon Kim (김서윤, 1945-2010), a respected Korean novelist and literary critic.
5. Seoyoon Yoon (윤서윤, born 1992), a popular South Korean actress and model.

The name Seoyoon continues to be a widely used given name in Korea, particularly among families who value traditional Korean naming conventions and wish to bestow upon their children names that reflect positive virtues and aspirations.

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