Nayeon Biography: Age, Net Worth, Songs, Height, Parents, Siblings, Awards, Instagram

Im Nayeon, known mononymously as Nayeon, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, dancer, and fashion icon who rose to global fame as the lead vocalist, lead dancer, and face of the K-pop girl group TWICE, formed by JYP Entertainment.

Nayeon’s journey began with a bold decision to audition for JYP in 2010 secretly.

Profile

• Full Name: Im Na-yeon
• Stage Name: Nayeon
• Born: September 22, 1995
• Age: 29 years old
• Birthplace: Gangdong District, Seoul, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, Model
• Height: 163 cm (5’4”)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Cheon Se-ah
• Siblings: Im Seo-yoon
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $2 million to $5 million

Early Life & Education

Im Nayeon was born on September 22, 1995, in Gangdong District, Seoul, South Korea, to her parents, including her mother, Cheon Se-ah, in a Christian household.

Her ethnicity is Korean, and her faith has been a guiding part of her life. Growing up with her younger sister, Im Seo–yoon, Nayeon was a cheerful and creative child with a knack for performing.

Nayeon attended Apgujeong High School in Seoul, where she balanced her studies with her growing passion for the performing arts.

Instead of pursuing intensive academic cram school, she secretly auditioned for JYP Entertainment in 2010, marking a shift toward her career in entertainment.

She later enrolled at Konkuk University, majoring in Film Studies, but halted her studies during the intense period of competing on Sixteen (2015) and debuting with TWICE.

Career

Nayeon’s career began when she passed JYP Entertainment’s 7th Open Audition on September 15, 2010, becoming a trainee against her parents’ initial wishes.

In 2013, she was cast in JYP’s planned girl group 6mix, which never debuted. During her trainee years, she appeared in music videos, such as GOT7’s “Girls Girls Girls” (2014), Jun. K’s “No Love” (Japanese version), and Miss A’s “Only You,” and had a cameo in Dream High 2 (2012).

Her big break came in 2015 on JYP’s reality show Sixteen, where she finished second, securing her spot as the first confirmed member of TWICE.

The group debuted on October 20, 2015, with the EP The Story Begins, and Nayeon’s role as lead vocalist, lead dancer, and center helped TWICE become a global K-pop powerhouse with hits like “Like OOH-AHH” and “Cheer Up.”

In June 2022, Nayeon made history as the first TWICE member to debut solo with her EP Im Nayeon, featuring the hit single “Pop!,” which peaked at number two on South Korea’s Circle Digital Chart and reached the top ten in six countries.

The EP hit number one on the Circle Album Chart and number seven on the US Billboard 200, a first for a South Korean soloist.

Her second EP, Na (June 2024), with lead single “ABCD,” also topped the Circle Album Chart and entered the Billboard 200’s top ten.

Nayeon has modeled for brands such as Chaumet, Biotherm Korea, Givenchy Beauty (2023 muse), and Tommy Jeans (2023 Asia ambassador) and has appeared in magazines including Harper’s Bazaar Korea and Elle Korea.

Her 2025 solo performance at Japan’s Beat AX Vol.5 and upcoming appearance at Taiwan’s Kaohsiung Beer Rock Festival mark her growing global presence.

Awards & Nominations

• 2022: Best Female Artist, MAMA Awards – Im Nayeon
• 2023: Women’s Solo Singer Award, Circle Chart Music Awards – Im Nayeon
• 2022: Nominated, Best New Artist, Asia Contents Awards
• 2022: Nominated, Best New Artist, APAN Star Awards
• 2022: Im Nayeon ranked 9th in US female solo singer album sales (Pure Sales)
• 2023: “Pop!” surpassed 100 million streams on the Oricon and Billboard Japan charts. Nayeon also shares numerous group awards with TWICE, including the Mnet Asian Music Awards’ Song of the Year for “Cheer Up” (2016). Her high rankings in Gallup Korea’s annual music polls (6th in 2017 and 2018, 5th in 2019) and her #8 position as a female K-pop idol in a 2019 military survey underscore her popularity.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @nayeonyny

Personal Life

Nayeon, 29, is single and keeps her romantic life private, with no confirmed relationships or boyfriend.

Standing at 163 cm (5’4”) and weighing around 47 kg, she has a petite yet commanding stage presence with dark brown eyes and hair.

Her Virgo zodiac sign aligns with her detail-oriented and hardworking nature, and her ISTP (previously ISFP) MBTI reflects her adaptability.

Nayeon is close to her family, especially her sister, Im Seo-yoon, and bears a resemblance to her mother, as seen in her social media posts.

She’s a cousin to Yunseo of EVNNE and friends with BLACKPINK’s Jennie and Jisoo, Red Velvet’s Yeri, and a fan of IU, f(x)’s Krystal, and SNSD’s Taeyeon.

Her hobbies include badminton, watching romantic dramas, and enjoying salmon sushi, jellies, and spicy foods like marinated soy sauce crabs.

She dislikes chicken feet and non-salmon sushi. Nayeon has a rabbit doll named Kkaengi, loves purple, and is known for frowning when focused and raising one arm when happy.

A childhood car accident weakened her left leg, and she’s scared of the sea and fireworks. Her philanthropy includes donating ₩50 million for COVID-19 relief (2020), ₩200 million for Turkey-Syria earthquake aid (2023), and ₩50 million for wildfire victims (2025), earning her a spot in the Community Chest of Korea’s Honor Society.

Discography

• Im Nayeon (2022, EP) – Lead single: “Pop!”
• Na (2024, EP) – Lead single: “ABCD”
• Registered with 10 songs at Korea Music Copyright Association
• Contributions to TWICE’s discography (see TWICE discography for group work)

Filmography

• Dream High 2 (2012, TV Series) – Cameo, Episode 2
• Sixteen (2015, Reality Show) – Contestant
• Music Videos (Pre-debut):
• San E – “Please Don’t Go” (2010)
• GOT7 – “Girls Girls Girls” (2014)
• Jun. K – “No Love” (Japanese version) (2014)
• miss A – “Only You” (2015)
• Jun. K – “Your Wedding” (2017, with Nichkhun)
• TV Appearances (Select):
• Weekly Idol (2015)
• Idol Star Athletics Championship (2018, Host)
• Knowing Bros (with TWICE and J.Y. Park)

Net Worth

Nayeon’s net worth is estimated to be between $2 million and $5 million.

Her wealth comes from TWICE’s album sales, global tours, and merchandise, plus her solo EPs Im Nayeon and Na.

Endorsements with brands such as Givenchy Beauty, Biotherm, and Louis Vuitton, along with modeling for W Korea and Elle Korea, contribute to her income.

Her monthly Instagram earnings alone are estimated to be $15,000–$22,000, with annual social media revenue ranging from $189,000 to $259,000.