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Bobae

Girl name · Korean

Meaningtreasure · Korean

Bobae is a Korean girl name meaning “treasure”. Korean names are usually built from two syllables, each picked for the character it's written with. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

Baby in a pink top lying on a white blanket
hello, little Bobae

Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Bobae

Bobae is a girl name of Korean origin meaning “treasure”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Bobae at school.

Origin:Korean names

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Questions about the name Bobae

What does the name Bobae mean?

Bobae means “treasure” and comes from Korean. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Treasure (“treasure”), Kenza (“treasure”), Kinza (“hidden treasure”) and Nidhi (“treasure”).

What is the origin of the name Bobae?

Bobae is Korean in origin. Other Korean names to consider are Mira (“wonderful”), Hanna (“grace”), Mina (“depends on the hanja chosen”) and Ari (“lion”).

Is Bobae a boy or girl name?

Bobae is a girl name.

What names are similar to Bobae?

If you like Bobae, you might also like Treasure, Kenza, Kinza and Nidhi.

What should I know before naming my baby Bobae?

Bobae is a Korean girl name meaning “treasure”. Korean names are usually built from two syllables, each picked for the character it's written with. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.