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Name meaning & originEul 을

/UL/

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Eul is a Korean baby name pronounced /UL/. The second in a sequence or the sign of the wood element.

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Meaning of Eul

The second in a sequence or the sign of the wood element.

In the Korean language, Eul represents the second of the Ten Heavenly Stems (Cheon-gan) in the traditional sexagenary cycle. It is historically associated with the direction east and the element of Yin Wood, representing growth and flexibility. While rarely used as a standalone mononym in modern times, it frequently appears as a component character in traditional Korean given names.

Origin
Korean
Pronunciation
/UL/

Cultural background

In modern South Korean legal contexts, 'Eul' is often used to denote the second party in a contract, similar to 'Party B' in English. As a name, it is considered very traditional or archaic, appearing more often in historical records than among the youth today.

Variations & nicknames

  • Eul-soo
  • Eul-yong
  • Eul-hee
  • Ul
  • Uhl

Famous people named Eul

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Choi Eul-seon

    South Korean independence activist

    Politics · Early 20th Century

  • Lee Eul-yong

    South Korean professional footballer and coach

    Sport · 2000s

  • Park Eul-bok

    Renowned Korean embroidery artist and educator

    Art · 20th Century

  • Eul-hwa

    Protagonist of the famous Korean novel 'The Shaman Sorceress'

    Literature · 20th Century

Frequently asked about Eul

Is Eul a common name in Korea today?
No, it is relatively rare as a standalone first name in modern Korea, often perceived as traditional or linked to historical contexts.
What does Eul represent in the lunar calendar?
Eul represents the second heavenly stem and is associated with the Yin Wood element and the Year of the Bird or Wood years.
Can Eul be used for both boys and girls?
Yes, as a hanja-based name component, it can be applied to either gender depending on the accompanying character, though it leans slightly masculine in historical usage.

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