Find and combine Hanja characters for your Korean name
Enter a Korean name (2-4 characters) and click 'Find Hanja'.
Commonly used Hanja combinations in Korean names.
A Hanja name (漢字名) is a Korean name written using Chinese characters (Hanja) that correspond to each syllable. Since multiple Hanja can share the same sound, you can choose characters that give your name a specific meaning.
Traditionally in Korea, names use Hanja characters with positive meanings. Hanja names can appear on national ID cards, passports, and legal documents. When naming a child, the meanings and stroke counts of the Hanja are often carefully considered.
In traditional Korean name numerology (성명학), the total stroke count of a name is believed to affect fortune and personality. However, this is a folk tradition with no scientific basis.
Korean has many words derived from Chinese, so a single sound can correspond to many different Hanja with completely different meanings. For example, '정' can be 正 (upright), 貞 (chaste), 精 (refined), or 庭 (garden).
In Korea, you can register a Hanja name alongside your Korean name in the civil registry. Only Hanja approved by the Supreme Court for personal names may be used. Registration or changes can be done at your local community center.
The Hanja Name Finder & Converter helps you find and combine Chinese characters (Hanja/漢字) that correspond to each syllable of a Korean name.
Korean names have traditionally used Hanja characters with meaningful and auspicious readings. The same pronunciation can have many different Hanja, each with a distinct meaning, making the selection an important and thoughtful process.
Use this tool to discover the meanings behind your name's Hanja, or as a reference when choosing a name.