Origin:Korean
Meaning:Good, virtuous; Announce; Flower; Brave; Hero
Sun-young is a gender-neutral name blossoming with potential meanings. When different hanja or hangul characters are combined, this Korean moniker gains new translations, with each one telling an entirely unique story. Sun likely stems from seon, a Sino-Korean element meaning “good,” “virtuous,” or “announce.” Just wait until you get to tell the world about the arrival of your wonderful new addition! Young is a respelling of Yeong, another Korean title associated with definitions like “flower,” “brave,” and “hero.” Every time your Sun-young takes a big leap or helps someone in need, they’ll show the world their vibrant and mesmerizing personality.
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Sun, October 2024

  • Behind the Name, Seon, October 2024

  • Behind the Name, Young, January 2019

  • Behind the Name, Yeong, June 2019

  • Name Doctor, Sun-young

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