Find out how popular the first name Yejun has been for the last 2 years (from 2014 to 2015) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yejun by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Yejun is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2015, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Yejun.

The history of the first name Yejun

The name Yejun is believed to have its origins in the Korean language. It is a relatively modern name, with the earliest recorded examples dating back to the late 20th century.

The name Yejun is composed of two distinct syllables – "Ye" and "jun". In Korean, the syllable "Ye" can be translated to mean "bright" or "radiant", while "jun" is often used as a suffix to denote a person's name. Together, the name Yejun can be interpreted to mean "bright one" or "radiant person".

While the name itself does not appear to have any direct historical references or mentions in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its component syllables can be traced back to older Korean words and names. The syllable "Ye" is found in various Korean names and words related to light, brightness, and radiance, while "jun" has been used as a common suffix in Korean names for centuries.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Yejun is Yejun Park, a South Korean actress born in 1984. She has appeared in several television dramas and films since the early 2000s and is known for her roles in series such as "Goddess of Marriage" and "The King's Daughter, Soo Baek-hyang".

Another notable figure with the name Yejun is Yejun Lee, a South Korean professional baseball player born in 1989. He currently plays as a pitcher for the LG Twins in the KBO League (Korean Baseball Organization).

In the world of academics, Yejun Shin is a South Korean mathematician and professor at Seoul National University. Born in 1963, she is renowned for her contributions to algebraic geometry and has received numerous awards and honors for her work.

Yejun Choi is a South Korean fashion designer and founder of the luxury fashion brand "Yejun Choi". Born in 1980, she has gained international recognition for her modern and minimalist designs, showcasing her collections at various fashion weeks around the world.

Lastly, Yejun Jeong is a South Korean singer and songwriter born in 1992. She is a member of the K-pop girl group CLC and has co-written several of the group's popular songs, showcasing her talent as both a performer and a songwriter.

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