Sohee
“beautiful and good”
Korean origin · Girl name
#16947US 2025
5Births / yr
↑Rising
10All-time births
How to pronounce Sohee
SOH·HEE
/ˈsoʊ.ˈhiː/ · stress on SOH · 2 syllables
“beautiful and good”
Korean origin · Girl name
What does Sohee mean and where does it come from?
Sohee is derived from the Korean elements 'so' meaning 'small' or 'beautiful' and 'hee' meaning 'joy' or 'goodness'.
Cultural significance
In Korean culture, names often reflect positive traits and aspirations for the individual. Sohee is a popular name among girls in South Korea.
Peak popularity
Reached #1000 in 2024 — currently #16947 in the US.
How else can you spell Sohee?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Sohee?
Sohee works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Sohee Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Sohee Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Sohee Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Sohee Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Sohee Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Sohee Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Sohee right now?
Rising fast — up 416 spots — currently #16947 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Sohee is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Sohee?
Common
SohSohieSohy
Famous people named Sohee
SY
Sohee Yang
A South Korean singer and actress, former member of the girl group Wonder Girls.
What names sound and feel like Sohee?
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Common questions about the name Sohee
What does the name Sohee mean?
Sohee means "beautiful and good" — a name rooted in Korean tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Sohee?
Sohee is currently ranked #1000 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Sohee?
Sohee originates from Korean tradition. Korean names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Sohee?
Sohee is a two-syllable name pronounced SOH-HEE. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Sohee?
Sohee pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Korean heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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