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Taehyun

tay-HYUN

Taehyun is a boy’s name of Korean origin, meaning “A Korean name. 'Tae' can mean 'great, big,' and 'hyun' can mean 'virtuous, worthy.'”, and peaked in popularity in 2008.

Letters7
Syllables2
OriginKorean

What Taehyun Means

A Korean name. 'Tae' can mean 'great, big,' and 'hyun' can mean 'virtuous, worthy.'

The Story of Taehyun

This name combines two potent Korean concepts, suggesting a life of virtue and strength.

Taehyun is a Korean name where 'Tae' can mean 'great, big,' and 'hyun' can mean 'virtuous, worthy.' This combination suggests a person of significant character and admirable qualities.

You imagine your son as a person of deep integrity, whose actions are guided by worthiness. This name resonates with the qualities of greatness and virtue you hope to nurture in him.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Famous Namesakes

  • Kim Tae-hyun

    Stage name VI, member of musical group TraxX

  • Kim Tae-hyun

    Korean actor known for roles in various dramas

Personality Traits

VirtuousGreatWorthy

Peak Year

#5 in 2008

Total Births

5

First Recorded

2008

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