Summary

Surname OH originated in Korea and is one of the most common surnames in the country. It has a long history and is derived from an ancient Korean clan. The name OH signifies nobility and is often associated with scholars and intellectuals.
There are
18285
Ohs in the USA
Oh is the
1978th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Oh

SandraOh

Sandra Oh is a Canadian actress known for her roles in the television series 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Killing Eve,' for which she has won numerous awards.

HongKoo

Hong Koo Lee is a South Korean politician who served as the Foreign Minister and Prime Minister of South Korea in the 1980s and 1990s.

HenryOh

Henry Oh Yong-hwan is a South Korean Baduk player who won the 3rd Ing Cup in 1992 and has represented South Korea in various international Go competitions.

OhJin-hyek

Oh Jin-hyek is a South Korean archer who won a gold medal in the men's individual event at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.

OhEun-hoi

Oh Eun-hoi is a South Korean basketball player who competed in the 1988 Summer Olympics and has won multiple national championships in South Korea.

OhJi-ho

Oh Ji-ho is a South Korean actor known for his roles in television dramas like 'Couple or Trouble' and 'My Fair Lady.'

OhSeung-hwan

Oh Seung-hwan is a South Korean professional baseball pitcher who has played for various teams in South Korea, Japan, and the United States.

OhYeon-seo

Oh Yeon-seo is a South Korean actress known for her roles in television dramas like 'My Husband Got a Family' and 'Shine or Go Crazy.'

OhSan-ha

Oh San-ha is a South Korean singer and actor who is a member of the boy group Astro.

OhHyuk

Oh Hyuk is a South Korean singer-songwriter who is the lead vocalist of the indie band Hyukoh.

Oh Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Oh' is of Korean origin and is derived from the Korean word meaning 'five.' It is a relatively common surname in Korea.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Oh' is primarily found in Korea, with a significant presence in South Korea. It may also be found in Korean diaspora communities around the world.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Oh' include 'O' and 'Oe.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Oh' may have been carried by individuals or families who immigrated from Korea to other countries, such as the United States or Canada.