Origin
Korean (East Asian)
Syllables
1
Zodiac
Aquarius
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Yun is a name often given to boys. Ranked #13980 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Korean (East Asian) origin and traditionally means "Cloud or gentle rain from Korean roots". It has 1 syllable.
The Story of Yun
In Korean, Yun often relates to clouds or grace. It appears in both Korean and Chinese contexts. The name suggests tranquility and quiet wisdom in modern usage.
Popularity
Currently ranked #13980 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Cooperative and sensitive.
Values harmony and family.
Analytical and introspective.
Practical and stable.
Zodiac & Astrology
Aquarius
Suggests innovative yet serene nature.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Quiet elegance like drifting clouds.
Color Aura
Soft Gray
Element
Air
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Moonstone
Spirit Animal
Crane
Power Word
Grace
Energy Type
Air × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Gentle
Approaches life with kindness.
Wise
Offers thoughtful insights.
Calm
Maintains peace under pressure.
Famous People Named Yun
Yun Suk-young
South Korean footballer.
Yun Chi-young
Korean independence activist.
Yun in Pop Culture
Yun
Korean drama series
Yun
Anime character
Historical Events
1392
Early Joseon dynasty records use similar names.
International Variations
Yun in Different Scripts
윤
Korean
云
Chinese (Mandarin)
ユン
Japanese (Katakana)
Юн
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Yun:
Yun Seo
Yun Min
Yun Jin
Yun Hwan
Yun Park
Yun Lee
Yun Kim
Fun Facts & Trivia
Means cloud in Korean.
Used across East Asia.
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Quick Facts
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