Joon-ho

Joon-ho is a Korean male given name, an alternate transcription of the Hangul 준호 (see Jun-ho). The name is composed of two Sino-Korean syllables, typically jun meaning "talented, handsome" and ho meaning "stove, bright" or ho meaning "summer, sky, heaven". However, many other hanja character combinations can form this name as well, reflecting the common Korean practice of creating given names with positive or aspirational meanings.

Popularity

Joon-ho was a popular name for baby boys in South Korea for several decades. It ranked sixth in 1970, rose to fourth place in 1980, and then fell to seventh place in 1990. Its popularity reflects a modern preference for two-syllable names with auspicious meanings.

Notable Bearers

Entertainers

• Huh Joon-ho (born 1964), South Korean actor
• Bong Joon-ho (born 1969), acclaimed South Korean filmmaker, director of Parasite
• Jung Joon-ho (born 1970), South Korean actor
• Kim Joon-ho (born 1975), South Korean comedian and singer
• Lee Jun-ho (born 1990), South Korean singer and member of boy band 2PM

Sportspeople

• Kang Joon-ho (1928–1990), South Korean boxer
• Lee Joon-ho (born 1965), South Korean short track speed skater
• Jeon Jun-ho (born 1969), South Korean baseball player

Related Names

The name closely related to Jun-ho includes other forms such as Sang-ho and Young-ho.

• Origin: Korean (Sino-Korean)
• Meaning: Talented/handsome and bright/sky, among others
• Type: Given name
• Usage regions: South Korea