Daejon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Daejon originates from Korean, meaning 'great field'. It has evolved from its Old Korean form while retaining its significance. The name is associated with a prominent city in South Korea, which has become a hub for education and technology. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daejon"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪdʒɒn/
Origin
Korean
Etymology
The name Daejon is derived from the Korean word 'dae' meaning 'great' and 'jeon' meaning 'field' or 'land'.
Meaning
great field
Language Evolution
Korean: 대전 (Daejeon), Old Korean: 대전 (Daejeon)
Historical Usage
Daejon gained popularity as a city name in South Korea, especially after it was designated as a metropolitan city in 1995.
Variants & Derivatives
Daejeon, Daejon
Modern Popularity & Image
Daejon is viewed as a significant cultural and educational center in South Korea, known for its technology and innovation.
Famous People
Lee Myung-bak, former President of South Korea, Kim Jong-un, North Korean leader (born in Daejon)
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 27 peak births in 2000
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daejon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Daejon"
"Daejon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9742nd of 16616 | 35 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4731st of 24088 | 283 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13641st of 23106 | 36 |
Regional Popularity of "Daejon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
49.12% 3666th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Daejon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daejon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daejon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Daejon" in the United States
The name Daejon is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Daejon has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Daejon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9742nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4731st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13641st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Daejon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.