Yun
Meaning of Yun
Yun is a unisex name with origins in both Chinese Mandarin and Korean. In Chinese Mandarin, it is pronounced as "yoon" (/juːn/), while in Korean, it is also pronounced as "yoon" (/jun/). The name has variations such as Yuna and Yoon.
In terms of popularity in the United States, Yun has been a relatively rare name. According to data for newborns in the USA, there were only 5 occurrences of the name Yun in 2006 and 5 occurrences in 2005. However, it's worth noting that the name did have a slightly higher ranking back in the late 1980s and early 1990s when it reached ranks of 7265 in 1988 and 5785 in 1985 respectively.
The name Yun carries an air of uniqueness and cross-cultural appeal due to its associations with both Chinese Mandarin and Korean origins. It could be a wonderful choice for parents who are looking for a name that reflects their appreciation for diverse cultural influences.
Pronunciation
Chinese Mandarin
- Pronunced as yoon (/juːn/)
Korean
- Pronunced as yoon (/jun/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Yun
| Yun Du-su was a versatile Korean scholar-official and Chief State Councillor during the Joseon dynasty. |
| Yun Hyong-keun was a South Korean artist known for his association with the Dansaekhwa movement and his unique use of burnt umber and ultramarine blue paints on raw canvas, reflecting a Korean sensibility of reflection and meditation. |
| Yun Dong-ju, also known as Yoon Dong-ju, was a renowned Korean poet celebrated for his lyric poetry and dedication to the Korean independence movement. |
| Yun Wang is a poet and cosmologist from Gaoping, China. |
| Yun Gee (1906–1963) was a Chinese American modernist artist known for his daring avant-garde paintings, and he lived and worked in San Francisco, Paris, and New York City. |
| Yun Sung-bin - Yun Sung-Bin is a South Korean skeleton racer who won the gold medal in men's skeleton at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang and participated in the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. |
| Yun Ho-jung is a South Korean politician and former activist, currently serving as the interim President of the Democratic Party and as the Member of the National Assembly for Guri. |
| Yun Sim-deok was a pioneering Korean soprano singer, known as the country's first professional soprano. |
| Yun Yea-ji is a South Korean figure skater who won the 2008 South Korean Junior championship and participated in two Four Continents Championships, achieving her best result of 12th place in 2011. |
| Yun Nam-han is a South Korean sprinter who competed in the men's 400 meters at the 1988 Summer Olympics. |
| Yun Sung-hwan, also known as Yun Taeja, is a prominent starting pitcher for the Samsung Lions in the KBO League, recognized for his exceptional talent and training under Sun Dong-yol. |
| Yun Ju-tae is a South Korean professional footballer known for his role as a striker with Ansan Greeners. |
| Yun Mun-song - Yun Mun-Song is a former international table tennis player from North Korea. |
| Yun Chol is a former North Korean footballer who represented his country in at least five matches in 1990. |
| Yun Chae-rin is a South Korean freestyle skier who competed in the women's moguls event at the 2006 Winter Olympics. |
