Min-seok

Min-seok (민석) is a Korean given name, typically masculine. Like most Korean names, it is composed of two Sino-Korean morphemes, each written with a single Hangul syllable and corresponding to a single Chinese character. The meaning of the name depends entirely on the characters used to write it. Common character combinations include:

• 민 (Min) can mean "clever," "quick," "people," or "sympathy."
• 석 (Seok) can mean "stone," "tin," "merit," "achievement," or "to spread."

Therefore, Min-seok can have a wide variety of interpretations based on the specific Hanja chosen by the parents. The popularity of different Hanja combinations for "Min-seok" has varied over time. Due to the multitude of possible meanings and the cultural significance of choosing auspicious characters, parents typically consult with name experts or carefully consider the desired qualities and future for their child when selecting the specific Hanja for the name.