Origin
Korean (East Asian)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Scorpio
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Taejon is a name often given to boys. Ranked #12049 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Korean (East Asian) origin and traditionally means "great river of wisdom and strength". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Taejon
Inspired by Korean naming conventions and the historic city name, Taejon suggests depth, power, and intellectual currents. It appeals to modern parents honoring Korean roots while desiring a strong, distinctive choice. Individuals named Taejon are frequently characterized as determined, insightful, and quietly charismatic.
Popularity
Currently ranked #12049 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Driven toward achievement.
Desires harmony and care.
Outgoing and creative.
Cooperative and sensitive.
Zodiac & Astrology
Scorpio
Reflects depth and transformative power.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Channels steady, profound inner strength.
Color Aura
Deep Indigo
Element
Water
Season
Winter
Gemstone
Obsidian
Spirit Animal
Dragon
Power Word
Depth
Energy Type
Water × Winter
Personality & Traits
Resilient
Overcomes challenges steadily.
Wise
Possesses deep insight.
Strong
Leads with quiet power.
Famous People Named Taejon
Taejon Kim
Korean-American engineer and inventor
Taejon Park
Olympic swimmer
Taejon in Pop Culture
Taejon
K-drama 'River's Edge'
Agent Taejon
Video game 'Shadow Protocol'
Historical Events
1392
Joseon era names with similar roots.
1950
City of Daejeon gains prominence.
International Variations
Taejon in Different Scripts
태전
Korean
泰俊
Chinese (Mandarin)
テジョン
Japanese (Katakana)
Тэджон
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Taejon:
Taejon Min
Taejon Jun
Taejon Woo
Taejon Hyun
Taejon Seok
Taejon Jin
Fun Facts & Trivia
Shares spelling with Korean city.
Symbolizes flowing strength in legends.
Growing in global Korean communities.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.