Woo-bin (Woobin)
Most common Hanja writings
About the name
Woo-bin (우빈) is a modern Korean given name combining Woo (宇 - Universe, house of heavens) with Bin (彬 - Refined, cultured, elegant). It is widely chosen by Korean parents for its harmonious sound and noble cultural symbolism.
Notable bearers
- Kim Woo-bin — Prominent Korean Artist & Creator.
Hanja meanings for given name Woo-bin (Woobin) (우빈)
In Korean names, each Hanja logogram bestows distinct cultural qualities. Click any Hanja character to inspect historical roots:
宇 (우) means "Universe, house of heavens."
- Universe, house of heavens — Auspicious virtue.
- Noble — Grand character strength.
彬 (빈) means "Refined, cultured, elegant."
- Refined, cultured, elegant — 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 Woo-bin (Woobin) (우빈) mean?
Woo-bin (Woobin) is written in Hangul as 우빈 and in Hanja as 宇彬. Overall, it carries the auspicious meaning: "Universe, house of heavens and refined, cultured, elegant; a person of noble character.".
How do you pronounce Woo-bin (Woobin) (우빈) in Korean?
In Revised Romanization, it is spelled Woo-bin. Click the audio speaker button above to listen to native Korean voice pronunciation!
Is Woo-bin (Woobin) a boy name or a girl name?
Woo-bin (Woobin) is traditionally used for boys.