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Jeon is a boy’s name of Korean origin, meaning “Korean surname/given name, meaning 'field' or 'plain'. Often used as a given name.”, and peaked in popularity in 1999.

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OriginKorean

What Jeon Means

Korean surname/given name, meaning 'field' or 'plain'. Often used as a given name.

The Story of Jeon

This name, first appearing in 1999, brings the grounded spirit of the open field.

Jeon is a Korean name, used as both a surname and a given name, first recorded in 1999 as a given name. It directly translates to 'field' or 'plain', evoking imagery of open landscapes and fertile ground. This name has roots in diligence and natural abundance.

Your son named Jeon will embody a diligent and determined spirit. You see him as a practical individual, grounded and loyal, who works steadily towards his goals, much like the persistent growth found in a farmer's field.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Jeon Jungkook

    South Korean singer and member of BTS.

Personality Traits

LoyalPracticalDeterminedDiligent

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#5 in 1999

Total Births

10

First Recorded

1999

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