장
Jang
張 — To stretch, To extend
992,721
Population
#9
Country Rank
2.0%
of Population
Korean Names
Culture
Origin & History
The Jang surname’s main branch is the Indong Jang clan, which traces its lineage to the Goryeo Dynasty. The character 張 carries the meaning of stretching a bowstring, symbolizing strength and expansion. Many Jang families were known for military and scholarly achievements.