Ye-won

Ye-won is a popular modern Korean given name. Like many Korean names, its meaning can vary significantly depending on the hanja (Chinese characters) used to write it. The first syllable 'Ye' (예) can mean 'art, talent, craft' (藝), 'beautiful, handsome' (譽), or 'pleasure, delight' (悅), among others. The second syllable 'Won' (원) can mean 'garden, yard, park' (園), 'first, origin' (元), 'beautiful, graceful' (媛), or 'source, origin' (源). This flexibility in meaning allows parents to choose characters that convey specific hopes or wishes for their child.

The name has seen a surge in popularity in South Korea, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Its pleasant sound and the variety of positive meanings it can embody contribute to its appeal. It is predominantly used for females.