Taeyang
Origin:Korean
Meaning:The Sun; Hope
Taeyang is a masculine name of Korean origin that marks baby as the light of your life. Traditionally spelled 태양, it literally means “the Sun.” When used figuratively, Taeyang can also translate to “hope” or refer to a highly important person. It’s a fitting choice for your bundle of joy if you want to celebrate them as the center of your attention and a vital addition to your life. This name also has a musical vibe to it, since it’s the stage name of Korean singer Dong Young-bae, who debuted as part of K-pop boy band BigBang. A title like this is sure to help your little one light up every room and stage they approach.
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How Popular Is The Name Taeyang?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2019
#13880
in 2019
- 3279
from 2018
Sources
Behind the Name, Taeyang, March 2019
WordSense Dictionary, 태양
National Institute of Korean Language's Korean-English Learners' Dictionary, 태양
IMDb, Young-Bae Dong
90 Day Korean, Korean Names – Meaning, History & 200+ Name Ideas, September 2025
Youtube Music, TAEYANG
Billboard PRO, Taeyang’s ‘White Night’ Rules World Albums Chart for 2nd Week, August 2017
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