KWON
Kwon
Surname: Kwon
Origin: Korean
The British surname Kwon, though of Korean origin, has gained some prominence within the British population due to increased cultural and ethnic diversity in the country. The name Kwon is derived from the Korean surname '권', which means 'authority' or 'power'. Individuals bearing the surname Kwon are often of Korean descent or have familial roots in Korea.
In the United Kingdom, individuals with the surname Kwon may have ancestral ties to Korea or be part of the British-Korean community, which has been growing steadily over the years. The presence of the Kwon surname in Britain reflects the multicultural fabric of the country, with diverse communities contributing to its rich tapestry.
As with many surnames of non-British origin, the surname Kwon adds to the linguistic and cultural diversity within the British Isles, showcasing the connections that exist between different parts of the world and the people who carry these names.
There are approximately 226 people named Kwon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Kwon.
Region of origin: Asia
Country of origin: China
Language of origin: Chinese
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Hyun
- Jae
- Jay
- Jung
- Ki
- Steven
- Sung
- Winston
- Yong
- Young
Female
- Boo
- Deirdre
- Esther
- Eun
- Jenny
- Joanne
- Natalia
- Soo
- Sophia
- Yen