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The baby name Jung is a Unisex name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced Korean: [tɕʌŋ] (approx. 'jung', rhymes with 'young'); German: [jʊŋ] (approx. 'yoong'/'young').

Jung is Korean in Origin.

Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 1.0
Origin: Korean
Pronunciation: Korean: [tɕʌŋ] (approx. 'jung', rhymes with 'young'); German: [jʊŋ] (approx. 'yoong'/'young')

What is the meaning of the name Jung ?

The baby name Jung is a Unisex name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced Korean: [tɕʌŋ] (approx. 'jung', rhymes with 'young'); German: [jʊŋ] (approx. 'yoong'/'young').

Jung is Korean in Origin.

Jung is a multicultural name with two major sources. In Korean it represents several syllables, chiefly Jeong (정) and Jung (중), whose meanings depend on the chosen hanja: 正 “upright,” 貞 “chaste,” 靜 “quiet,” 晶 “crystal,” 中 “middle,” 忠 “loyal,” 重 “important,” and more. In German it is a surname meaning “young,” from Middle High German junc; the English surname Young is a parallel/translation. In Chinese contexts, Jung appears in older romanizations for names now written in Pinyin as Rong or Zhong, and in Cantonese as Jung/Chung.

As a given name, Jung is most common in Korea, often as a unisex element in compounds (e.g., Hye-jung, Eun-jung) but also occasionally standalone. As a surname it is widespread in Korea (commonly romanized Jeong/Jung/Chung; McCune–Reischauer Chŏng) and in German-speaking countries; notable bearer: the Swiss psychologist Carl Gustav Jung. Variants include Jeong, Chung, Jong, Zhong, Rong, and Young.

Jung has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Jung

Chun Jung-myung Actor · Born 1980 · South Korea Chun Jung-myung is a South Korean actor best known for his roles in popular television dramas. He gained significant attention for his performances in 'Cinderella's Sister' and 'The Duo'. Born in 1980, he has become a familiar face in the South Korean entertainment industry. Park Jung-yang Politician · Born 1872 · South Korea Park Jung-yang was a South Korean politician known for his influential role in the early 20th century. He played a significant part in the political landscape of Korea during a time of great change and modernization. Jung Il-woo Actor · Born 1987 · South Korea Jung Il-woo is a South Korean actor best known for his role in the popular TV series 'Cinderella and the Four Knights'. He also starred in '49 Days' and 'The Return of Iljimae', showcasing his versatility and charm on screen.
Jung So-min Actor · Born 1989 · South Korea Jung So-min is a South Korean actor best known for her role in the popular television series 'Playful Kiss'. She has also starred in other notable dramas like 'Because This Is My First Life' and 'Fix You'. Born in 1989, she has become a prominent figure in the South Korean entertainment industry. Jung Woo-sung Actor · Born 1973 · South Korea Jung Woo-sung is a South Korean actor best known for his roles in films like 'A Moment to Remember' and 'The Good, the Bad, the Weird'. Born in 1973, he has become a prominent figure in Korean cinema, often praised for his charismatic performances and versatility. Hwang Jung-eum Actor · Born 1984 · South Korea Hwang Jung-eum is a South Korean actor best known for her roles in popular television dramas. She gained fame for her performances in 'She Was Pretty' and 'Kill Me, Heal Me', where her versatility and charm captivated audiences. Born in 1984, she has become a beloved figure in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Jung – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
KR 0 #6 3 201
KR Boys 0 #10 18 897
KR Girls 0 #11 5 572
SV Boys 0 #28 1 352
BN 0 #32 1 2,297
ID 0 #39 1 2,238
JP 0 #76 2 4,057
AO 0 #77 1 2,729
MV Boys 0 #79 1 3,375
CN 0 #86 1 3,857
ID Girls 0 #101 2 3,319
SD 0 #102 1 2,130
TW 0 #102 2 4,523
QA 0 #106 1 7,011
BN Girls 0 #107 8 5,459
PH 0 #110 1 5,607
HU 0 #115 1 1,675
KW 0 #121 1 5,216
AZ Boys 0 #131 1 1,400
BN Boys 0 #132 8 6,332
IQ 0 #133 1 3,533
ID Boys 0 #134 2 4,130
PR Girls 0 #167 1 3,171
HU Boys 0 #172 3 3,954
AE 0 #185 3 10,220
LU Girls 0 #186 5 4,850
AR 0 #193 1 2,915
LU Boys 0 #212 9 4,970
TW Boys 0 #216 26 7,111
HU Girls 0 #223 3 3,308
MO Boys 0 #228 7 5,842
TW Girls 0 #238 39 8,139
BD 0 #240 2 5,992
GH 0 #248 1 5,396
GR Girls 0 #248 2 6,293
JP Girls 0 #251 1 6,592
EC Girls 0 #257 2 3,650
SG 0 #259 11 11,010
MO Girls 0 #263 1 7,056
GR Boys 0 #273 1 6,912
KZ Boys 0 #293 4 6,578
JP Boys 0 #300 4 7,909
CZ Boys 0 #302 4 6,530
AL Boys 0 #303 1 5,122
SA 0 #311 2 10,560
CN Boys 0 #324 8 9,639
PE 0 #326 4 6,350
KZ Girls 0 #327 6 5,862
DK Girls 0 #329 1 7,429
DK Boys 0 #332 1 7,401
JO Girls 0 #337 3 7,570
GT 0 #338 1 5,948
QA Girls 0 #341 3 15,378
CZ Girls 0 #350 2 5,378
MY 0 #350 5 12,352
HK 0 #351 7 8,483
CN Girls 0 #353 7 8,829
SD Girls 0 #358 1 7,678
BR 0 #359 2 5,969
PH Boys 0 #360 24 11,440
GH Boys 0 #361 1 8,138
PL Girls 0 #364 1 5,096
PH Girls 0 #377 14 13,098
PT Boys 0 #380 2 7,951
JO Boys 0 #389 1 7,057
YE 0 #394 5 8,639
BD Girls 0 #405 2 8,413
BO 0 #405 4 6,868
UY Boys 0 #412 2 5,922
OM Girls 0 #422 3 15,987
MX 0 #444 2 8,339
AR Boys 0 #457 11 7,628
SD Boys 0 #466 1 10,523
PT Girls 0 #467 5 7,952
ZA 0 #474 1 14,421
IQ Girls 0 #485 20 11,303
RU Girls 0 #488 11 11,913
RU Boys 0 #495 11 12,621
PA Boys 0 #501 5 9,305
CR Boys 0 #508 3 10,188
HK Boys 0 #513 15 12,905
PA Girls 0 #518 1 9,861
UY Girls 0 #535 2 6,731
GT Girls 0 #540 2 7,500
AE Girls 0 #543 11 20,968
IR Girls 0 #545 1 8,334
PS Girls 0 #547 1 10,981
LY 0 #555 5 12,703
KW Girls 0 #556 6 19,177
IR Boys 0 #560 6 10,162
SG Girls 0 #560 27 18,916
PS Boys 0 #561 1 10,655
CR Girls 0 #572 2 11,342
CM Boys 0 #574 2 12,054
BH 0 #584 4 17,937
HK Girls 0 #588 28 16,104
BD Boys 0 #603 3 10,045
BO Boys 0 #616 7 9,244
AR Girls 0 #626 5 8,289
CL Boys 0 #631 35 13,390
IL Girls 0 #643 3 11,648
BO Girls 0 #648 4 9,488
IN Girls 0 #649 6 13,121
SG Boys 0 #657 41 17,960
QA Boys 0 #687 21 18,093
IQ Boys 0 #691 7 13,071
IT 0 #703 12 4,183
BR Boys 0 #724 28 12,213
KW Boys 0 #753 17 18,755
SY 0 #766 2 11,684
United States Boys 2002 #796 6 6,872
CL Girls 0 #804 48 14,098
TN 0 #811 19 13,765
Germany Girls 0 #822 17 4,949
NG Girls 0 #826 1 15,093
PE Boys 0 #849 30 14,506
EG Boys 0 #870 17 15,035
MY Girls 0 #876 119 24,821
SA Girls 0 #881 55 25,931
United States Girls 2002 #885 5 9,522
CO Boys 0 #898 23 15,656
PE Girls 0 #906 38 14,861
OM Boys 0 #916 3 17,948
Germany Boys 0 #918 35 5,697
BR Girls 0 #927 15 12,708
EG Girls 0 #949 11 14,742
MX Boys 0 #961 22 16,355
MY Boys 0 #982 130 25,439
IN Boys 0 #992 10 16,750
NG Boys 0 #997 5 16,906
CO Girls 0 #1,058 21 16,140
AE Boys 0 #1,061 32 22,615
MA 0 #1,080 49 20,986
MX Girls 0 #1,133 51 17,781
DZ 0 #1,157 20 20,130
TR 0 #1,176 36 19,440
ZA Girls 0 #1,236 1 25,928
IT Girls 0 #1,433 14 9,415
IT Boys 0 #1,446 26 10,046
SA Boys 0 #1,526 89 28,008

Jung is popular in 67 countries — most recent births per country:

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People also ask about Jung

Jung is a unisex name, given to both boys and girls.
Jung is a one syllable name, pronounced Korean: [tɕʌŋ] (approx. 'jung', rhymes with 'young'); German: [jʊŋ] (approx. 'yoong'/'young').
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Jeong, Chung, Jong, Yung and Young.
Across languages, Jung has these equivalents: Korean: 정 (Jeong), — multiple hanja possible (e.g., 正, 貞, 靖, 政, 情).
Somewhat — Jung ranked #796 in United States in 2002, placing it just outside the most common names.
Yes — 8 notable people named Jung are in our database, including Chun Jung-myung (Actor), Park Jung-yang (Politician), Jung Il-woo (Actor).