俊

A phono-semantic compound consisting of:

人 (person) — semantic component, indicating a person, shows the character relates to human qualities;

夋 — phonetic component, supplying the sound (준 / jùn).

The original sense likely referred to a person who stands out or surpasses others in ability.

In Korean, 俊 is widely used in personal names to express talent and excellence.

준걸 (俊傑) — outstanding hero; eminent figure

영준 (英俊) — handsome and talented

준수 (俊秀) — excellent; refined; handsome

俊 emphasizes natural brilliance or gifted excellence.

The character is especially popular in personal names across Korea, China, and Japan.

It carries positive connotations of intelligence and distinction.

In naming tradition, 俊 implies aspiration toward excellence and leadership.

Related characters:

才 — talent (general ability)

傑 — hero; outstanding figure

英 — excellent; heroic

秀 — outstanding; elegant

Classical citations:

《史記》 (Records of the Grand Historian)

「天下俊傑」

“The outstanding heroes of the realm.”

Descriptions of talented officials often use 俊.