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Won

元 — Origin, Beginning

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Origin & History

The Won surname is associated with the Wonju Won clan. The character 元 means origin or first, symbolizing beginnings and foundations. Won families trace their roots to the Goryeo period and the city of Wonju in Gangwon Province.