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Do-hyun
path of wisdom
Origin
Korean
Used in
ko
Origin and meaning of Do-hyun
Do-hyun (도현) combines 道 (do), 'way, path, principle', with 賢 (hyun), 'wise, virtuous', giving an overall sense of 'one who follows the path of wisdom'; the variant 炫 (hyun), 'radiant', is also common, shifting the meaning toward 'shining path'. As with many Korean names, the final meaning depends on the hanja chosen at birth. A steady classic among South Korean boys' names, valued for its solid sound and its echo of moral integrity.
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