Origin
Korean
Syllables
1
Zodiac
Aries
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Young is a name often given to boys. Ranked #12279 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Korean origin and traditionally means "Forever youthful and brave spirit". It has 1 syllable.
The Story of Young
Young stems from Korean roots meaning eternal youth and courage. It stands out as a bold, minimalist choice. The name projects energy, leadership, and a forward-looking personality parents often admire.
Popularity
Currently ranked #12279 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Seeks freedom and adventure.
Desires partnership.
Communicates with charm.
Achieves material success.
Zodiac & Astrology
Aries
Matches dynamic drive.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Bold and lively presence.
Color Aura
Vibrant Red
Element
Fire
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Ruby
Spirit Animal
Tiger
Power Word
Vitality
Energy Type
Fire × Spring
Personality & Traits
Energetic
Approaches life with vigor.
Bold
Takes courageous steps.
Optimistic
Sees possibilities ahead.
Famous People Named Young
Young Jeezy
American rapper
Young Thug
American musician
Young in Pop Culture
Young
Various K-dramas
International Variations
Young in Different Scripts
永
Chinese (Mandarin)
ヨン
Japanese (Katakana)
영
Korean
Янг
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Young:
Young Min
Young Jae
Young Hyun
Young Woo
Young Soo
Young Tae
Young Bin
Fun Facts & Trivia
Korean root for youth.
Strong minimalist name.
Global appeal in Asia.
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boyPronunciation
YUNG
Quick Facts
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