Ha-yoon is a Korean feminine given name that has gained significant popularity in South Korea in recent years. It is an alternate transcription of the Korean Hangul 하윤, which is also written as Ha-yun. The name is typically formed from Sino-Korean characters, with ha meaning "summer" or "name" and yun meaning "sunlight," though other hanja combinations are possible. Popularity Ha-yoon has seen a remarkable surge in popularity in South Korea. In 2015, it was the fifth-most popular name for newborn girls, with 2,356 babies receiving the name. By 2017, it had risen to become the most popular name for girls in the first nine months of that year. This rapid rise reflects broader trends in Korean naming conventions, where modern and melodious names often gain widespread appeal. Notable Bearers Notable individuals with this name include Song Ha-yoon (born 1986), a South Korean actress known for roles in television dramas such as Marry Him If You Dare and Familiar Wife, and Ji Ha-yoon (born 1995), a South Korean actress and model. Both have contributed to the name's contemporary recognition. Meaning: Summer sunlight, from Sino-Korean ha (昰) meaning "summer" or "name" and yun (昀) meaning "sunlight" Origin: Korean Type: Given name Usage Regions: South Korea