Bin-won (Binwon)
Most common Hanja writings
About the name
Bin-won (빈원) is a modern Korean given name combining Bin (嬪 - Royal palace maiden) with Won (源 - Spring of pure water). It is widely chosen by Korean parents for its harmonious sound and noble cultural symbolism.
Notable bearers
- Kim Bin-won — Prominent Korean Artist & Creator.
Hanja meanings for given name Bin-won (Binwon) (빈원)
In Korean names, each Hanja logogram bestows distinct cultural qualities. Click any Hanja character to inspect historical roots:
嬪 (빈) means "Royal palace maiden."
- Royal palace maiden — Auspicious virtue.
- Noble — Grand character strength.
源 (원) means "Spring of pure water."
- Spring of pure water — Auspicious virtue.
- Noble — Grand character strength.
Related Korean Names
Seo-ah (Seoah)
Auspicious elegance; a blessed maiden graced with timeless beauty.
Seo-eun (Seoeun)
Auspicious, lucky jade omen and grace, divine blessing; a person of noble character.
Seo-yeon (Seoyeon)
Auspicious, lucky jade omen and beautiful, soft lotus; a person of noble character.
Seo-na (Seona)
Auspicious, lucky jade omen and serene apple blossom; a person of noble character.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korean Names
What does the Korean name Bin-won (Binwon) (빈원) mean?
Bin-won (Binwon) is written in Hangul as 빈원 and in Hanja as 嬪源. Overall, it carries the auspicious meaning: "Royal palace maiden and spring of pure water; a person of noble character.".
How do you pronounce Bin-won (Binwon) (빈원) in Korean?
In Revised Romanization, it is spelled Bin-won. Click the audio speaker button above to listen to native Korean voice pronunciation!
Is Bin-won (Binwon) a boy name or a girl name?
Bin-won (Binwon) is traditionally used for girls.