jihyun

Jihyun is a Korean given name written as 지현 in Hangul. It is commonly used for women, though some people may bear it as a unisex given name. It consists of two syllables, Ji and Hyun.

The meaning of Jihyun depends on the hanja chosen for each syllable. For Ji, possible hanja include 智 (wisdom), 志 (will), or 基 (base). For Hyun, common options include 賢 (virtuous), 玄 (profound), or 炫 (brilliant). Because there are many hanja readings for each syllable, Jihyun can carry a wide range of meanings, often reflecting desirable qualities or aspirations.

In Korean, the name is written 지현. In English, it is frequently romanized as Jihyun, Ji-hyun, or Ji-hyeon, among other variations, depending on the transliteration system used and personal preference.

Jihyun has been a relatively common choice for newborn girls in South Korea during the late 20th and early 21st centuries, and it is also used among Korean communities abroad. The name’s popularity reflects broader naming trends in Korea, where two-syllable given names with positive meanings are favored.