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Name meaning & originEunwoo 은우

/UN-oo/

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Eunwoo is a Sino-Korean girl's name pronounced /UN-oo/. A graceful name often signifying a girl who is blessed with kindness and divine protection.

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Meaning of Eunwoo

A graceful name often signifying a girl who is blessed with kindness and divine protection.

The name Eunwoo is derived from the Sino-Korean hanja 'Eun', meaning kindness, mercy, or charity, and 'Woo', often representing rain, universe, or divine protection. Historically, these characters were selected to bestow a life of abundance and moral grace upon the recipient.

Origin
Sino-Korean
Pronunciation
/UN-oo/

Cultural background

While traditionally used for both genders, Eunwoo has seen a significant rise in popularity for girls in contemporary South Korea due to its soft phonetics and positive meanings. It is frequently chosen by parents seeking a name that balances traditional values with a modern, sophisticated sound.

Variations & nicknames

  • Eun-woo
  • Un-woo
  • Enwoo
  • Eunu
  • Eunie

Famous people named Eunwoo

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

  • Cha Eun-woo

    Singer and actor known as a member of the boy group ASTRO.

    Music · 2010s-present

  • Kim Eun-woo

    Professional South Korean volleyball player.

    Sport · 2020s-present

  • Park Eun-woo

    South Korean pop singer-songwriter.

    Music · 2010s-present

Frequently asked about Eunwoo

What does Eunwoo mean?
Eunwoo typically means 'graceful rain' or 'kindness and protection,' depending on the specific hanja characters used for 'Eun' (kindness/mercy) and 'Woo' (rain/universe).
How do you pronounce Eunwoo?
It is pronounced as 'un-oo', where the 'Eun' sounds similar to the 'u' in 'sun' and 'woo' sounds like the 'oo' in 'moon'.
Is Eunwoo a boy or girl name?
Eunwoo is a unisex name in Korea. While it is currently very popular for boys, it remains a common and well-regarded name for girls.
Is Eunwoo a popular name in South Korea?
Yes, Eunwoo has consistently ranked as one of the top names for newborns in South Korea throughout the late 2010s and early 2020s.

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