Jinwoo Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JIN-woo /dʒɪnˈwuː/
Origin: Korean
Meaning: Jinwoo: 'precious' or 'talented' (Korean); 'house' or 'wealth' (Korean)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jinwoo is of Korean origin, derived from the combination of two syllables: 'Jin' (진) and 'Woo' (우). The syllable 'Jin' can mean 'precious', 'truth', or 'jewel', depending on the hanja (Chinese characters used in the Korean language) chosen to represent it.
The syllable 'Woo' can mean 'house', 'universe', or 'to protect', among other meanings. The flexibility of hanja allows for various interpretations and personalizations of the name, making it rich in meaning and significance.
The name Jinwoo is typically written in Hangul as 진우, which reflects its phonetic pronunciation in the Korean language. Historically, Korean names have been influenced by Confucian values, emphasizing virtues such as wisdom, loyalty, and integrity.
The use of hanja in names became prominent during the Three Kingdoms period (57 BC – 668 AD) when Chinese characters were adopted into the Korean writing system. This practice continued through the Goryeo Dynasty (918–1392) and into the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910), where names often reflected familial lineage and moral aspirations.
Jinwoo, like many Korean names, embodies these cultural values, serving as a reminder of the virtues that parents hope to instill in their children. Culturally, names in Korea carry significant weight, often reflecting the aspirations and hopes of the family.
The name Jinwoo may be associated with qualities such as strength and protection, which are desirable traits in Korean society. The name's structure allows for various diminutive forms, although Jinwoo itself is commonly used in its full form.
The enduring nature of names like Jinwoo can be attributed to their deep-rooted meanings and the cultural importance placed on naming conventions in Korea, where names are often chosen with great care and consideration.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jinwoo was first seen in the United States in 2005. Jinwoo has ranked as high as #1345 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jinwoo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |