Allow, consent, or eldest
In Korean, the meaning of Yoon depends on the hanja (Chinese characters) used to write it. Common meanings include 'to allow' or 'to consent,' as well as 'eldest' or 'governor.' It is a very common surname in Korea but is also used as a unisex given name or a component of a two-syllable name.
Less common today
Yoon isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,040 in 1991.
American-born South Korean rapper and singer
South Korean rock singer and songwriter
South Korean actor
The self-proclaimed 'genius' healer and cook · Yona of the Dawn
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
