Seo-jun

Seo-jun, also spelled Seo-joon or Suh-jun/Suh-joon, is a popular South Korean male given name. The name is typically formed from Sino-Korean characters, with seo (瑞, meaning "felicitous omen" or "auspicious") or seo (舒, meaning "open up, unfold") combined with jun (俊, meaning "talented, handsome"). However, many other character combinations are possible, reflecting the flexibility of Korean naming traditions where hanja are chosen for meaning and fortune.

The name rose to remarkable popularity in South Korea during the 2010s. According to data from the Supreme Court of South Korea, Seo-jun ranked as the 6th most popular name for baby boys in 2011, soared to the 2nd spot in 2013 and 2015, and claimed the 3rd position in 2017. Its consistent use over these years highlights a strong cultural preference for names that combine positive meanings like talent and auspiciousness.

Notable bearers include actor Park Seo-joon (born 1988), who gained international fame through K-dramas such as Itaewon Class and rom-com hits, and footballer Kim Seo-jun (born 1989), who plays as a midfielder. These public figures have likely contributed to the name's enduring popularity.

A common variant spelling is Seo-joon, often reflecting the same hanja reading.

Notable Bearers

• Park Seo-joon (born 1988), South Korean actor.
• Kim Seo-jun (born 1989), South Korean footballer.

Key Facts

• Meaning: "auspicious omen" or "talented, handsome" (depending on hanja).
• Origin: Sino-Korean (hanja).
• Type: Given name (masculine).
• Usage regions: South Korea.
• Variant form: Seo-joon.