Hee-tae (Heetae)
Most common Hanja writings
About the name
Hee-tae (희태) is a modern Korean given name combining Hee (姬 - Joy, royal lady, bright) with Tae (泰 - Grand, peaceful, exalted). It is widely chosen by Korean parents for its harmonious sound and noble cultural symbolism.
Notable bearers
- Kim Hee-tae — Prominent Korean Artist & Creator.
Hanja meanings for given name Hee-tae (Heetae) (희태)
In Korean names, each Hanja logogram bestows distinct cultural qualities. Click any Hanja character to inspect historical roots:
姬 (희) means "Joy, royal lady, bright."
- Joy, royal lady, bright — Auspicious virtue.
- Noble — Grand character strength.
泰 (태) means "Grand, peaceful, exalted."
- Grand, peaceful, exalted — Auspicious virtue.
- Noble — Grand character strength.
Related Korean Names
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Universal wisdom; a boundless intellect that spans the cosmos.
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Gathering vibrant colors and talented, handsome, elite; a person of noble character.
Chae-hyun (Chaehyun)
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Chae-woo (Chaewoo)
Gathering vibrant colors and universe, house of heavens; a person of noble character.
Frequently Asked Questions about Korean Names
What does the Korean name Hee-tae (Heetae) (희태) mean?
Hee-tae (Heetae) is written in Hangul as 희태 and in Hanja as 姬泰. Overall, it carries the auspicious meaning: "Joy, royal lady, bright and grand, peaceful, exalted; a person of noble character.".
How do you pronounce Hee-tae (Heetae) (희태) in Korean?
In Revised Romanization, it is spelled Hee-tae. Click the audio speaker button above to listen to native Korean voice pronunciation!
Is Hee-tae (Heetae) a boy name or a girl name?
Hee-tae (Heetae) is traditionally used for both boys and girls (unisex).