Unisex name
Kun name meaning
“earth”
Kun is a name used for both boys and girls that means earth in one Chinese derivation. In this interpretation, its source is the character 坤, meaning earth. The meaning depends on the underlying character, so this explanation applies specifically to Kun when represented by 坤.
What does Kun mean?
Earth
In Indonesian: bumi
Origin and cultural usage of Kun
In one Chinese derivation, Kun represents the character 坤, meaning 'earth'. This meaning depends on the character underlying the name.
How to pronounce Kun
| Syllables | 1 · 3 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /kun/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦸꦤ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮊᮥᮔ᮪ |
Is Kun a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Kun is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 45% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Kun ranks #280 among unisex names in our data sample (12 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Kun
Famous people named Kun
- Kun Wardana Abyoto · b. 1969
- Kun Budi Putranto
- Kun Maryoso · b. 1959
- Kun Setyaning Astuti · b. 1965
- Kun Tepa Palupi · b. 1990
FAQ about the name Kun
What is the meaning of Kun?
Kun means earth. In one Chinese derivation, Kun represents the character 坤, meaning 'earth'. This meaning depends on the character underlying the name.
Is Kun a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Kun is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 45% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Kun have?
Kun has 1 syllable (Kun) and 3 letters.
How popular is the name Kun?
Kun ranks #280 among unisex names in our data sample (12 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Kun?
Notable people named Kun include Kun Wardana Abyoto, Kun Budi Putranto, Kun Maryoso.
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