Jihyun
A girl's name of Korean origin with 5 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
When Jihyun hit its peak of 5 births in 1995, the internet was beginning to expose parents to a wider world of naming options, and pop culture influence on baby names was at an all-time high.
Today, Jihyun reads as a name tied to a specific era — which is exactly what draws some parents to it.
Jihyun is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Jihyun is a girl's baby name of Korean origin, from ji (wisdom, will) and hyun (bright, virtuous), a classic and graceful Korean given name.
EtymologyShow more
Jihyun is built from 6 letters and two syllables — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the Korean naming tradition, this length is typical of names that preserve their full historical form, carrying their etymology on the surface.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Jihyun creates its characteristic sharp, distinct quality. Two-syllable names are the most common length in American naming, hitting a natural speech rhythm that works across formal and informal contexts.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Jihyun has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1995.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | — |
The Story of Jihyun
A Millennial name
Peaking in 1995, Jihyun is a Millennial-era classic. Girls named Jihyun are most likely born between 1995 and 1995.
How rare is Jihyun?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Jihyun is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1995, peaked in the 1990s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1995–1995)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 | #14394 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1995–1995