Jeongmin

Jeongmin is a modern Korean given name, typically formed by combining two Sino-Korean characters. The meaning of the name can vary significantly depending on the specific hanja (Chinese characters) chosen by the parents. 'Jeong' (정) can mean 'righteous', 'tranquil', 'pure', or 'refined', while 'Min' (민) can mean 'clever', 'sharp', 'quick', or 'people'. This flexibility in meaning is characteristic of many Korean names.

The use of such two-syllable names with varying hanja combinations became very popular in Korea, especially from the mid-20th century onwards. Parents often select characters not only for their individual meanings but also for how they sound together and the overall positive connotations they convey. As a unisex name, Jeongmin is given to both boys and girls, reflecting a trend in modern Korean naming practices where gender-specific names are less strictly adhered to.