Takwon
A masculine Korean given name meaning "virtue" or "moral excellence".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Takwon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Takwon today is around 25 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Takwon births was 2004 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Takwon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Takwon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2004
6 babies that year
Average age
25
years old
2004 SSA rank
#11,187
Tracked since 1997
Popularity
Takwon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Takwon from the 1990s through to the 2000s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Takwon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Takwon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Takwon
The name Takwon is believed to have originated from the Korean language, although its exact origins and meaning remain somewhat obscure. It is thought to be a combination of two Korean words, "tak" and "won," with possible meanings related to virtues or ideals such as purity, integrity, or harmony.
While the name's use in ancient Korean texts or historical records is not widely documented, some scholars suggest that it may have been associated with philosophical or spiritual contexts within Korean culture. However, these claims are speculative and lack concrete evidence.
The earliest known recorded use of the name Takwon dates back to the late 19th century, when it began appearing in Korean family records and official documents. During this period, Korea was undergoing significant social and cultural changes, which may have influenced the adoption of new names or the revival of older, traditional names.
Throughout history, a handful of notable individuals have borne the name Takwon. One such person was Takwon Kim (1914-1984), a renowned Korean painter and calligrapher who played a significant role in preserving and promoting traditional Korean art forms during the 20th century. His works are celebrated for their elegant brushwork and adherence to traditional techniques.
Another notable figure was Takwon Choi (1918-2003), a Korean martial artist and grandmaster of Taekwondo. He was instrumental in the development and global spread of Taekwondo, earning him widespread recognition and respect within the martial arts community.
In the realm of literature, Takwon Lee (1932-2011) was a prominent Korean novelist and essayist, known for his incisive social commentary and exploration of modern Korean identity. His works, which often dealt with themes of cultural transition and societal change, were widely acclaimed and translated into multiple languages.
Takwon Park (1942-2018) was a distinguished Korean diplomat and statesman who served as South Korea's ambassador to various countries, including the United States and Russia. He played a pivotal role in fostering international relations and promoting Korean interests on the global stage.
Lastly, Takwon Cho (1955-2021) was a renowned Korean chef and restaurateur, celebrated for his innovative fusion cuisine that blended traditional Korean flavors with contemporary culinary techniques. His restaurants in Seoul and abroad garnered critical acclaim and helped introduce Korean cuisine to a wider international audience.
People
Takwon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Takwon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Takwon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Takwon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Takwon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Takwon a common name?
We classify Takwon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Takwon most popular?
The single biggest year for Takwon was 2004, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Takwon is about 25 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Takwon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Takwon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Takwon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Takwon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Takwon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Takwon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Takwon?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.