Origin:Korean
Other Origin(s):Chinese
Meaning:Destroy, kill; Handsome; Talented; King, ruler; Army
Yoo-joon is a boy’s name of Korean and Chinese origin. Its meanings can differ depending on the characters used to write it. Yoo derives from Yu and the Chinese Liu, meaning “destroy” or “kill.” The element Joon is a variant of Jun and lightens the load with endearments like “handsome,” “talented,” “king,” and “ruler,” reinforced with “army.” This name feels at home in the spotlight with actors like Lee Yoo-joon making it famous. A name that may inspire your kiddo to stand up for themselves and their loved ones, Yoo-joon could be the perfect choice.
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Yoo, December 2021

  • Behind the Name, Yu, December 2021

  • Behind the Name, Liu, April 2021

  • Behind the Name, Joon, April 2019

  • Behind the Name, Jun (1), April 2021

  • IMDb, Lee Yoo-joon

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