Young-sik

Young-sik (영식) is a Korean masculine given name. Like many Korean names, it is composed of two Sino-Korean roots, each carrying inherent meaning.

The first syllable, "Young" (영), can be written with various Hanja characters, each conveying a different meaning. Common meanings associated with "Young" include:

• 榮 (yeong): Prosperity, glory, honor
• 英 (yeong): Flower, petal; outstanding, excellent; England
• 永 (yeong): Eternal, perpetual, forever

The second syllable, "Sik" (식), also has multiple Hanja possibilities and associated meanings. Some common meanings associated with "Sik" include:

• 植 (sik): Plant, grow, cultivate
• 式 (sik): Style, system, ceremony
• 識 (sik): Knowledge, recognize, understand

Therefore, the overall meaning of Young-sik depends on the specific Hanja used to write the name. It's a name traditionally given with the hope that the child will possess qualities associated with the chosen characters, such as prosperity, excellence, and/or a deep understanding. The exact nuance and significance are determined by the parent's specific selection of Hanja.