Bo-yeon (Boyeon)
Most common Hanja writings
About the name
Bo-yeon (보연) is a modern Korean given name combining Bo (寶 - Precious jewel, treasure) with Yeon (娟 - Beautiful, soft lotus). It is widely chosen by Korean parents for its harmonious sound and noble cultural symbolism.
Notable bearers
- Kim Bo-yeon — Prominent Korean Artist & Creator.
Hanja meanings for given name Bo-yeon (Boyeon) (보연)
In Korean names, each Hanja logogram bestows distinct cultural qualities. Click any Hanja character to inspect historical roots:
寶 (보) means "Precious jewel, treasure."
- Precious jewel, treasure — Auspicious virtue.
- Noble — Grand character strength.
娟 (연) means "Beautiful, soft lotus."
- Beautiful, soft lotus — 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 Bo-yeon (Boyeon) (보연) mean?
Bo-yeon (Boyeon) is written in Hangul as 보연 and in Hanja as 寶娟. Overall, it carries the auspicious meaning: "Precious jewel, treasure and beautiful, soft lotus; a person of noble character.".
How do you pronounce Bo-yeon (Boyeon) (보연) in Korean?
In Revised Romanization, it is spelled Bo-yeon. Click the audio speaker button above to listen to native Korean voice pronunciation!
Is Bo-yeon (Boyeon) a boy name or a girl name?
Bo-yeon (Boyeon) is traditionally used for girls.