Soojin
A girl's name of Korean origin with 28 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Soojin, you're looking at a name that fewer than 28 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The sharp, distinct ending gives Soojin a crisp, modern feel that pairs easily with most surnames.
Soojin is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Soojin is a girl's baby name of Korean origin, a romanization of a Korean given name most commonly written as 수진 (水珍 or 秀珍), combining elements meaning "water" or "elegant/refined" with "precious," "treasure," or "genuine." Together, the name suggests "precious elegance" or "refined treasure."
A common name in Korea, Soojin carries the classical Korean aesthetic of combining natural and precious imagery. The soft "soo" sound and flowing "-jin" ending give it a gentle, melodic quality that translates well to English-speaking ears. It is a name that feels both culturally rooted and internationally accessible.
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In the American context, Soojin is a girl's name with several decades of recorded use (1972–2008). Its Korean roots connect it to a broader naming tradition, but in practice, American usage often reshapes names — adding nicknames, shifting pronunciation, and building new associations that diverge from the original cultural context.
With 28 total births, Soojin exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Soojin has 5+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1972.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 12 | #16401 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 6 | #12930 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 5 | #11908 | — |
| 1970s | 5 | #9434 | — |
The Story of Soojin
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2008, Soojin is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Soojin are most likely born between 1998 and 2008.
How rare is Soojin?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Soojin is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1972, grew steadily over the decades, peaked in the 2000s with 12 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(5 years, 1972–2008)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7 | #15195 |
| 2001 | 5 | #17606 |
| 1991 | 6 | #12930 |
| 1980 | 5 | #11908 |
| 1972 | 5 | #9434 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1972–2008