Junghoon

Junghoon (Hangul: 정훈, Revised Romanization: Jeong-hun) is a Korean masculine given name. The meaning of the name depends on the hanja used to write each syllable. Common hanja for 정 include 正 meaning "right," "correct" or "justice," while 훈 may be written with 訓 meaning "instruction" or 勳 meaning "merit." Thus, possible interpretations range from "one who behaves justly" to "meritorious teacher." The name is typically written in Hangul, though hanja are still sometimes used in formal documents.

In South Korea, Junghoon is a moderately popular name. It is listed among the names used by parents seeking a strong, traditional Korean name, and it appears periodically in public records and media. The name has been borne by a number of public figures, including athletes, artists, and scholars. For example, Kim Junghoon was a South Korean short‑track speed skater who competed in the 1992 Winter Olympics. Lee Junghoon is a former professional baseball catcher who played in the Korea Baseball Organization. In the arts, Bong Junghoon has worked as a film director and screenwriter, known for his contributions to contemporary Korean cinema.

Junghoon is occasionally encountered among the Korean diaspora, where it is sometimes romanized variably as "Jung‑hoon," "Jung‑hun," or simply "Junghoon." The spelling variations reflect differences in romanization systems and personal preference. The name remains firmly rooted in Korean linguistic traditions and continues to be used by parents looking for a name with positive conventional meanings.