Korean names follow clear rules. Family name first. Given name second. Names are written in Hangul, and many given names can be explained with Hanja meanings. This intro gives you the basics so your result looks real and reads well.
What you get on this quiz
- Your name written in Hangul with a standard romanization
- The correct Korean order for full names
- Typical meanings when they are widely used
- Simple tips to pronounce and write your name
This is an entertainment tool. It does not create a legal name. The goal is to mirror common patterns and stay respectful of Korean naming customs.
How Korean names are structured
A full Korean name usually has two parts. The family name comes first. It is often one syllable, such as Kim, Lee, or Park. The given name follows. It is commonly two syllables, like Seo-yeon or Ji-hoon.
In South Korea, women usually keep their own family name after marriage. Children traditionally take the father’s family name. These customs affect how names appear in documents and daily life.
Romanization basics
Korean sounds can be written with Latin letters using the Revised Romanization of Korean. For example, ㅓ is written as eo. That is why 서울 becomes Seoul, and 서연 becomes Seo-yeon. You will still see older spellings in global use, such as Kim instead of Gim or Lee instead of Yi. Legacy spellings are common in surnames, passports, and pop culture.
For the official rules, see the National Institute of Korean Language website: Revised Romanization guidance.
Hangul in one minute
Hangul letters form blocks. Each block is one syllable. A block starts with a consonant, then a vowel, and sometimes ends with another consonant. Learning this pattern will help you read and type your name correctly. For a quick overview, read Britannica’s concise guide to Hangul.
About meanings
Many given names can be written with different Hanja. The spoken name stays the same while the meaning changes with the chosen characters. Public data on exact Hanja choices is limited. When we mention meanings, they are typical examples that match everyday use, not a record of any person’s legal name.
Etiquette and order
- Write full names as family name + given name in Korean contexts.
- Using the given name alone is common in English writing. In Korean settings, people often add a title after the name, such as 선생님 for teacher.
- Be consistent with one romanization. Do not switch spellings in the same document.
How this generator uses the rules
Your answers are mapped to a curated set of common family names and natural-sounding given names. We return Hangul and a standard romanization so you can copy or share it. When a meaning appears, it reflects a typical Hanja choice that matches the sound of the name.
Helpful examples
- Kim Seo-yeon: Kim is the family name. Seo-yeon is a two-syllable given name.
- Park Ji-hoon: Park is the family name. Ji-hoon is the given name. Ji-hun is another valid romanization style.
Keep learning
If you want a deeper cultural overview of Korean names and naming practices, explore reputable introductions such as Asia-focused cultural explainers and language institutions. Start with the National Institute of Korean Language for standards, and use Britannica on Hangul for the writing system background.
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Quick checklist before you proceed
- Do you want a common surname like Kim or Lee, or a less common one
- Do you prefer a soft sound like Seo-yeon or a sharper sound like Ji-hoon
- Pick one romanization style and keep it consistent
When you are ready, start the generator and get your Korean-style name with Hangul and a clean romanization.
May 18, 2024
I feel very excited and want to know my korean name
August 19, 2024
Ju-Won, Your name has so much to it. but first of all, it seems that you are a fun person to have around. but you are more than that; you have a great love for life, and because of this love, you always try to help the people in it to make the world a better place.