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The Korean Surname Woo

Meaning: Great Emperor Yu Rank: #34 in Korea Share: 2.86%

👑 Ancestral Lineage & Clan Origin (Bon-gwan)

Primary Origin Clans: Woo Clan (우씨 본관)

Woo (禹) is an authentic Korean family surname tracing back to ancient dynastic clan origins in Goryeo and Joseon.

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FAQ for Surname Woo

What does the Korean surname Woo (우) mean?

The surname Woo is written with the Hanja character 禹, which literally translates to "Great Emperor Yu".

What is the ancestral origin (Bon-gwan) of the Woo surname?

The major origin clans (Bon-gwan) for Woo include Woo Clan (우씨 본관).