Lin
Unisex name · Chinese · pronounced LIN
Verified name
What does Lin mean?
Forest, jade, refined
Origin and language
Chinese
Language family: Chinese
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 941 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is uncommon. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 5927 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Variant: Lynn
Related: Lynn
Using Lin across cultures
Phonetically identical to English Lynn, easy cross-cultural fit.
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