More people with the last name Kim live in South Korea than in any other nation or region. The surname is most common in Asia and has a meaning of Gold. Gyeonggi Province in South Korea has the highest prevalence of it. In reality, Kim, Lee, and Park are the three most common surnames in South Korea, accounting for the surnames of 50% of the population. Prior generations of Korean royalty and other prominent people have used these last names. The two most common Kims in Korea are those from Gimhae and Gyeongju. When it comes to South Korean celebrities, the South Korean entertainment industry has many Kim actresses. Further are some notable top Kim Last name actresses in the list.
1. Kim Go-Eun
A Muse film featured actress Kim Go-Eun in her acting debut at a tender age. Since appearing in K-drama, she has grown in popularity. With her popular dramas- Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, Cheese in the Trap, The King: Eternal Monarch, Yumi’s Cells, and movies like Sunset in My Hometown, Tune in for Love, her recent drama- Little Woman is doing wonders. Go-Eun marks her name on many awards, including Blue Dragon Film Awards, Blue Dragon Film Series Awards, and Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival Grand Bell Awards. Birth Date: 2 July 1991
2. Kim Tae-Ri
Actress Kim Tae-Ri is well-known for playing the lead in the historical drama Mr. Sunshine and her feature debut film- The Handmaiden. Her other hit movies are Little Forest, Alienoid, and Space Sweepers. She has attracted the spotlight in theatre plays, big-screen films, and even on the small screen, as in dramas and her recent Twenty-Five Twenty-One. Baeksang Arts Awards, Blue Dragon Film Awards, and Buil Film Awards are prominent achievements for Tae-Ri's outstanding performance in the industry. Birth Date: 24 April 1990
3. Kim Hee-Ae
Hee-Ae has done numerous movies, and The First Day of the Twentieth Year stands Hee-Ae's debut film in 1983. While majoring in theatre and film, Kim made her television drama acting debut in a KBS drama. She got recognition for leading roles in Korean dramas like Sons and Daughters, Perfect Love, My Husband's Woman, How Long I've Kissed, Secret Affair, and The World of the Married. Since 1986 she keeps attracted nominations for Blue Dragon Film Awards and Grand Bell Awards and has won awards like Baeksang Arts Awards, KBS Drama Awards, and MBC Drama Awards. Birth Date: 23 April 1967
4. Kim Ji-Won
Ji-Won is an actress, singer, and dancer. She finally pursued as a keyboardist and background vocalist and appeared in a few music videos, and eventually entered the acting industry. Before taking on leading roles in Fight for My Way, Arthdal Chronicles, Lovestruck in the City, and My Liberation Notes, she rose to prominence through her supporting roles in the television series The Heirs and Descendants of the Sun. She has marked her skills by receiving- KBS Drama Awards, SBS Drama Awards, Asia Artist Awards, etc. Birth Date: 19 October 1992
5. Kim Yoo-Jung
She made her debut as a child actress in an advertisement for Crown Confectionery in 2003 and started appearing in dramas like Moon Embracing the Sun in 2012, Secret Door in 2014, Angry Mom in 2015, etc. She appeared as the main character in Love in the Moonlight, and her most-appreciated work is Backstreet Rookie, 20th Century Girl, Clean with Passion for Now, etc. Out of many other awards, she received Asia Star Awards, Baeksang Arts Awards, and KBS Drama Awards for popularity, excellence, and acting. Birth Date: 22 September 1999
6. Kim So-Hyun
She began her career as a child in 2006 and appeared in the teen drama Ma Boy in her first leading role in 2012. She became well-known for significant roles in Missing You, Moon Embracing the Sun, Who Are You: School 2015, The Tale of Nokdu, etc. Is It a Coincidence? and Useless Lies are her upcoming television series in 2023. She has been in movies like- The Last Princess and Unforgettable and the web series- Love Alarm. Awards: SBS Drama Awards, MBC Entertainment Awards, MBC Drama Awards, Korea Youth Film Festival, Korea Hallyu Awards, etc. Birth Date: 4 June 1999
7. Kim Hyun Joo
When Kim Hyun-Joo was a junior in high school, she started modeling for teen publications. Her first movie with a leading character was If It Snows On Christmas. Along with her acting skills in numerous films and television series, she appeared in many Music video appearances and Variety shows. She published a book- Hyun-Joo's Handcrafted Story, featuring her personal essays and images of her knitting and handicrafts. Highlighting television dramas Glass Slippers, Toji, the Land, Twinkle Twinkle, What Happens to My Family?, and I Have a Lover. Highlighting Awards: MBC Drama Awards, SBS Drama Awards, MBC Drama Awards, etc. Birth Date: 24 April 1977
8. Kim Hee-Sun
She made her acting debut in Dinosaur Teacher and her film debut in 1997's Repechage. Her prominent roles in television shows like Men of the Bath House, Propose, Wedding Dress, Forever Yours, Mister Q, Sunflower, and Tomato became famous in the 1990s. She has been an incredible host and narrator for many Television shows. Her recent 2022 dramas Remarriage & Desires and Tomorrow are doing wonders among the audience. Highlighting Awards: SBS Drama Awards, MBC Drama Awards, KBS Drama Awards, Baeksang Arts Awards, Asia Artist Awards, etc. Birth Date: 11 June 1977
9. Kim Tae-Hee
She is well-known for her appearances in Korean dramas, including Stairway to Heaven, Love Story at Harvard, Iris, My Princess, Yong-pal, and Hi Bye, Mama! She has Music video appearances and movies following her name. She has won awards for excellence and popularity, including Baeksang Arts Awards, Andre Kim Best Star Awards, Grand Bell Awards, Blue Dragon Film Awards, etc. She is one of The Troika, along with Song Hye-Kyo and Jun Ji-Hyun, and together they are referred to by the acronym Tae-Hye-Ji. Birth Date: 29 March 1980
10. Kim Hye-Yoon
South Korean model and actress Kim Hye-Yoon debuted with the 2013 KBS2 TV Novel Samsaengi and gained fame for her depiction of Kang Ye-Seo in Sky Castle Tv drama. She played her first leading role in the drama Extraordinary You and the 2022 film The Girl on a Bulldozer. Her highlighting awards are- Asia Artist Awards for Potential Award and Baeksang Arts Award for Best New Actress in TV. Along with her many short portrayals, she has come up starring one of the great Korean Actresses, and her recent leading work is Snowdrop. Birth Date: 10 November 1996
