Hye-hyun (Hyehyun)
Most common Hanja writings
About the name
Hye-hyun (혜현) is a modern Korean given name combining Hye (惠 - Kindness, favor, grace) with Hyun (賢 - Wise, virtuous, benevolent). It is widely chosen by Korean parents for its harmonious sound and noble cultural symbolism.
Notable bearers
- Kim Hye-hyun — Prominent Korean Artist & Creator.
Hanja meanings for given name Hye-hyun (Hyehyun) (혜현)
In Korean names, each Hanja logogram bestows distinct cultural qualities. Click any Hanja character to inspect historical roots:
惠 (혜) means "Kindness, favor, grace."
- Kindness, favor, grace — Auspicious virtue.
- Noble — Grand character strength.
賢 (현) means "Wise, virtuous, benevolent."
- Wise, virtuous, benevolent — Auspicious virtue.
- Noble — Grand character strength.
Related Korean Names
Ji-woo (Jiwon)
Universal wisdom; a boundless intellect that spans the cosmos.
Chae-jun (Chaejun)
Gathering vibrant colors and talented, handsome, elite; a person of noble character.
Chae-hyun (Chaehyun)
Gathering vibrant colors and wise, virtuous, benevolent; a person of noble character.
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 Hye-hyun (Hyehyun) (혜현) mean?
Hye-hyun (Hyehyun) is written in Hangul as 혜현 and in Hanja as 惠賢. Overall, it carries the auspicious meaning: "Kindness, favor, grace and wise, virtuous, benevolent; a person of noble character.".
How do you pronounce Hye-hyun (Hyehyun) (혜현) in Korean?
In Revised Romanization, it is spelled Hye-hyun. Click the audio speaker button above to listen to native Korean voice pronunciation!
Is Hye-hyun (Hyehyun) a boy name or a girl name?
Hye-hyun (Hyehyun) is traditionally used for both boys and girls (unisex).