Charoen (, ) is a Thai word meaning "prosper". As a given name, it may refer to: Charoen Khanthawong (1933–2022), Thai Minister of Science and Technology Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi (born 1944), Thai entrepreneur Charoen Suepsaeng (1902–1969), Thai politician Charoen Wattanasin (born 1937), former badminton player from Thailand See also