고
Ko
高 — High, Tall
471,000
Population
#22
Country Rank
0.9%
of Population
Korean Names
Culture
Origin & History
The Ko surname is most famously associated with the Jeju Ko clan, which traces its legendary origin to Ko Eulla, one of the three divine founders of Tamna (ancient Jeju). The character 高 means high or lofty. Ko families have deep roots in Jeju Island culture and history.