Meaning & History
Eun-u is a Korean given name typically formed by combining two Sino-Korean characters, each contributing to its meaning. The first character, eun (恩), signifies "kindness," "mercy," or "charity." The second character, u, may be 宇 meaning "house" or "universe," or 祐 meaning "divine intervention" or "protection." As with many Korean given names, various combinations of hanja can produce the same phonetic name, so the exact meaning may differ depending on the characters selected for each child.
In Korean naming conventions, given names are usually composed of two syllables, often derived from Sino-Korean vocabulary. The first syllable is typically chosen for its auspicious meaning, while the second may represent aspirations for the child. The name Eun-u reflects positive qualities like grace and safeguarding, making it a meaningful choice for boys or girls, though Korean birth records show it is more common among males. A closely related variant, Eun-woo, uses the character 羽 (meaning "feather") or 祐 instead of u.
- Meaning: kindness, mercy, charity + house/universe or divine intervention/protection
- Origin: Sino-Korean
- Type: Given name
- Usage: Korean