Suh

Suh is a surname and, less commonly, a given name encountered in various contexts, most notably among Korean-origin names in English-language usage. In Korea, surnames are typically single syllables, and the romanization of Korean names varies by system and family preference. The spelling Suh often reflects an older or personalized transliteration and may represent different underlying Korean surnames, depending on the family’s chosen characters and pronunciation.

In standard contemporary romanization, the most common Korean surnames that can be rendered in English as Suh include 서 (often romanized Seo) and 수 (usually romanized Su). Because individuals or families may choose nonstandard spellings when moving to Western countries, Suh can appear as an alternate form despite its ambiguous link to a single Korean character. The result is that the surname Suh can signal Korean heritage but does not unambiguously identify a specific Korean origin without additional context.

Diaspora usage and distribution: Among Korean communities abroad, the spelling Suh appears with some frequency in North America, Australia, and elsewhere, alongside more conventional spellings such as Seo, Su, or Soo. In these communities, the choice of spelling is influenced by personal preference, family history, and the desire for consistent naming in administrative records.

Given name usage is rare but possible in Korean contexts, though Suh is far more commonly recognized as a surname rather than a standalone given name.

See also: Seo (surname), Soo (surname), Su (surname).