Name meaning & originGyeonghui 경희
/GYUNG-hee/
Gyeonghui is a Korean (Sino-Korean) girl's name pronounced /GYUNG-hee/. A classic name signifying a life filled with bright honor and great beauty.
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Meaning of Gyeonghui
A classic name signifying a life filled with bright honor and great beauty.
The name Gyeonghui is formed from the Hanja 'Gyeong' (慶), meaning celebration, honor, or good fortune, and 'Hui' (姬), meaning beauty or a noble woman. Historically, it conveys the wish for a child to live a life characterized by both distinguished social standing and refined elegance.
- Origin
- Korean (Sino-Korean)
- Pronunciation
- /GYUNG-hee/
Cultural background
Gyeonghui is considered a classic, traditional name in South Korea, most prevalent among women born in the mid-20th century. While less common for newborns today, it retains a sense of timeless dignity and is often associated with historical landmarks.
Variations & nicknames
- Kyung-hui
- Kyoung-hee
- Kyung-hee
- Gyeong-hee
- Kyong-hui
Famous people named Gyeonghui
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Kim Kyong-hui
Politician and the aunt of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un
Politics · 1946–present
Choi Gyeong-hui
Retired professional basketball player and Olympic silver medalist
Sport · 1980s–1990s
Lee Kyung-hee
Renowned screenwriter known for 'I'm Sorry, I Love You'
Film · 1990s–present
Pang Kyung-hee
South Korean long-distance runner
Sport · 1980s
Frequently asked about Gyeonghui
- What does Gyeonghui mean?
- Gyeonghui means 'bright honor' or 'celebrated beauty,' derived from the Hanja characters for celebration (Gyeong) and beauty or woman (Hui).
- How do you pronounce Gyeonghui?
- It is pronounced G-yong-hwee. The 'G' is soft (almost like a 'K'), and the 'ui' is a unique Korean vowel sound similar to 'ee'.
- Is Gyeonghui a boy or girl name?
- Gyeonghui is a feminine name, primarily due to the character 'Hui' (姬), which historically refers to a lady or a woman of beauty.
- Is Gyeonghui a common name in Korea?
- It was very popular for girls born in the 1950s and 1960s, making it a common 'aunt' or 'grandmother' name in modern Korea.
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