Jongun

Jongun is a Korean given name that can be transliterated in several ways, including Jong-eun or Jong-un, depending on the romanization system and pronunciation. In Hangul the name is typically written as 종은, 종운, or other forms that reflect the chosen syllables. The meaning of Jongun depends on the hanja (Chinese characters) used to represent each syllable.

The first syllable 종 can be represented by hanja with a variety of meanings, such as those associated with bells, clocks, or other concepts tied to sound, form, or status. The second syllable 은 also has multiple possible hanja, including characters meaning grace, kindness, or silver. Because many hanja share the same pronunciation, the same romanized name can carry different specific meanings for different individuals.

In contemporary Korea, given names are typically two syllables and are chosen to convey particular aspirations or virtues. Jongun, like other two-syllable names, may be used across genders though certain syllable pairings are more common for one gender depending on cultural and family naming practices. The exact interpretation of the name is determined by the hanja chosen by the parents.

Notable individuals with the name Jongun are uncommon in English-language sources, and the term generally refers to any person bearing this given name rather than to a single, specific identity. As with many Korean names, variations in spelling arise from different romanization standards and personal preference.

See also: Korean given names; romanization of Korean; hanja in names.