Gun-ki (Gunki)
Most common Hanja writings
About the name
Gun-ki (건기) is a modern Korean given name combining Gun (健 - Healthy, robust, strong) with Ki (基 - Foundation, corner stone). It is widely chosen by Korean parents for its harmonious sound and noble cultural symbolism.
Notable bearers
- Kim Gun-ki — Prominent Korean Artist & Creator.
Hanja meanings for given name Gun-ki (Gunki) (건기)
In Korean names, each Hanja logogram bestows distinct cultural qualities. Click any Hanja character to inspect historical roots:
健 (건) means "Healthy, robust, strong."
- Healthy, robust, strong — Auspicious virtue.
- Noble — Grand character strength.
基 (기) means "Foundation, corner stone."
- Foundation, corner stone — Auspicious virtue.
- Noble — Grand character strength.
Related Korean Names
Min-jun (Minjun)
Clever and handsome; a sharp-minded leader with exceptional talent.
Min-hyun (Minhyun)
Quick, clever, agile and wise, virtuous, benevolent; a person of noble character.
Min-woo (Minwoo)
Quick, clever, agile and universe, house of heavens; a person of noble character.
Min-jin (Minjin)
Quick, clever, agile and truth, authentic, pure; a person of noble character.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korean Names
What does the Korean name Gun-ki (Gunki) (건기) mean?
Gun-ki (Gunki) is written in Hangul as 건기 and in Hanja as 健基. Overall, it carries the auspicious meaning: "Healthy, robust, strong and foundation, corner stone; a person of noble character.".
How do you pronounce Gun-ki (Gunki) (건기) in Korean?
In Revised Romanization, it is spelled Gun-ki. Click the audio speaker button above to listen to native Korean voice pronunciation!
Is Gun-ki (Gunki) a boy name or a girl name?
Gun-ki (Gunki) is traditionally used for boys.