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Hanja Names for 'Strength'

A name that doesn't waver in adversity

Eastern strength isn't violence — it's firmness. 剛, 武, 健 all stand for "one who doesn't break under trial." External power with internal depth.

5 Recommended Hanja

剛

강

Firm, hard

10 strokes

Hard metal (刂) + mountain (岡) → "as firm as a mountain." The 剛 of "tough outside, tender inside."

💍 Suggested Pairings

剛賢 — firm + wise 剛珉 — firm + jade

勇

용

Brave, courageous

9 strokes

甬 (scroll) + 力 (strength) → "unwavering force." Pairs with 武 — the hanja of courage.

💍 Suggested Pairings

勇才 — courage + talent 勇秀 — courage + excellence 在勇 — exist + courage

武

무

Martial, strong

8 strokes

止 + 戈 → "true martial is force that stops war." Restrained strength, not violence.

💍 Suggested Pairings

武眞 — martial + truth 在武 — exist + martial

雄

웅

Heroic, masculine

12 strokes

Male bird + 隹 (bird) → the 雄 of "hero (英雄)." Conveys big-vessel leadership.

💍 Suggested Pairings

在雄 — exist + heroic 雄哉 — heroic + indeed

健

건

Healthy, robust

11 strokes

The 健 of "health (健康)." Healthy in body and mind. The most balanced yet meaningful hanja.

💍 Suggested Pairings

健宇 — robust + universe 在健 — exist + robust

💡 Naming Checklist

Does the meaning fit your family's values? — You'll say this name for a lifetime.
Does the sound flow with the surname? — Some combinations feel forced.
Avoid negative connotations. — Even good-sounding names can have unfortunate meanings.
Stroke count balance? — Traditional naming uses stroke totals; consult a specialist if interested.
Is the hanja registrable? — Check Korea's 8,142 official name-use hanja list.