Min-hee
Min-hee is a Korean given name, most commonly used for females, though it can be used as a masculine name as well. It consists of two syllables: Min (민) and Hee (희). As with most Korean names, the meaning is derived from the specific hanja (Chinese characters used in the Korean language) used to write each syllable. Therefore, the precise meaning of "Min-hee" varies depending on the characters chosen by the parents.
Common meanings associated with "Min" (민) include:
- Clever, quick, sharp
- People, citizens
- Jade
Common meanings associated with "Hee" (희) include:
- Joy, happiness, delight
- White, pure, bright
- Rare, uncommon
Thus, "Min-hee" could be interpreted in a multitude of ways, such as "clever joy," "bright people," or "pure jade." The choice of hanja reflects the parents' hopes and aspirations for their child. The name is fairly common in South Korea.