Chae-won

Chae-won is a Korean given name, predominantly used for females. It is among the most popular names for newborn girls in South Korea; in 2013, it ranked as the seventh-most-popular name for girls.

Etymology

Like many Korean names, Chae-won is typically formed from a combination of two Sino-Korean syllables. The first syllable 采 (chae) means "collect, gather, pluck", while 彩 (chae) means "colour". The second syllable is 原 (won), meaning "source, origin, beginning". However, many other hanja (Chinese characters) may be used to write each syllable, so the meaning can vary.

Notable Bearers

Several notable South Koreans share this name, including:

• Lee Chae-won (born 1981), a cross-country skier who competed in the Winter Olympics.
• Moon Chae-won (born 1986), a well-known actress recognized for roles in television dramas and films.
• So Chae-won (born 1997), an archer and Olympic gold medalist.
• Kim Chaewon (born 2000), a singer and member of the K-pop group Le Sserafim.

Cultural Significance

The name also appears in popular culture. For example, Min Chae-won is a character in the 2013 South Korean television series A Hundred Year Legacy.

• Meaning: Wide range; commonly "color" or "collect" + "origin"
• Origin: Korean (Sino-Korean)
• Type: Given name (feminine)
• Usage Regions: South Korea
• Popularity: 7th for baby girls in South Korea in 2013