Looking for a Korean name that fits David? Here are three real Korean names that echo its sound or spirit, each with Hanja (the Chinese characters behind Korean names), what they mean, and how to say them.
greatly wise, a person of big heart and good judgment
Dae-hyeon begins with a "D" sound, so it echoes the opening of David while still sounding completely Korean. It is a steady, familiar masculine name that suggests a wise and generous character. It is a dependable choice with quiet confidence.
timely rain, something welcome that arrives at just the right moment
This is the surprise pick. Si-u is a soft, modern-sounding name with a poetic image behind it: rain that arrives exactly when it is needed. Koreans find it fresh and friendly, and it is easy for international friends to say.
a precious treasure of the wide universe
U-jin pairs a vast, open image with a precious one, so it feels both big-hearted and special. It is a well-liked masculine name in Korea with a clean, bright sound. It suits someone who stands out in an unexpected, warm way.
These are sample picks for the name David. For your own, tell us the feeling you want and your birth year. You get three names explained in full and a calligraphy image you can download, in a few minutes. Add a Saju (Korean four pillars) reading if you like.
Get my Korean name · $4.99Most Korean names have a one-syllable family name and a two-syllable given name, like 시우. Each syllable is usually tied to a Hanja character, so two names that sound the same can mean different things. That is why a good Korean name comes with its characters, not just its sound.
시우 (Si-u) is a strong choice: timely rain, something welcome that arrives at just the right moment. 대현 (Dae-hyeon) and 우진 (U-jin) are good alternatives.
Yes. Each one is a name Korean families actually use, built from two syllables with Hanja (Chinese characters used in Korean names) that carry the meaning.
Many people do. Double-check the spelling and spacing before inking. If you order, reply to your delivery email and we will double-check the exact characters for you.
Tell us the feeling you want and your birth year, and we pick three names for you, explain each one, and give you a calligraphy image to download. It takes a few minutes.