Jiyoung Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjee-young / dʒiː.jʌŋKorean
Meaning
wisdom and prosperity
Historical & Cultural Background
Jiyoung is a common feminine name in South Korea. It is often composed of two syllables, 'Ji' meaning 'wisdom' or 'intellect' and 'Young' meaning 'prosperity' or 'flower'. The name reflects positive attributes valued in Korean culture. Names in Korea often carry significant meaning and are chosen with care to reflect the hopes of the parents for their child.
Trend Summary
Jiyoung has seen steady usage in South Korea, though specific popularity data in the U.S. is limited.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ji-young
- Jiyoung
International Variants
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Famous people named Jiyoung
Jiyoung Lee is a South Korean singer and member of the girl group KARA.
Jiyoung Park is a notable South Korean actress known for her roles in various television dramas.
Fictional characters named Jiyoung
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jiyoung was first seen in the United States in 1988. Jiyoung has ranked as high as #1160 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jiyoung has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jiyoung
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 5 |