Forest or dense woods
In Vietnamese, Lam is a common name referring to a lush forest or the deep blue-green color of the jungle. It is also found as a surname in Cantonese (Lin), sharing the same meaning of 'forest'. In some contexts, it can also represent the blue of the sky or a peaceful state of mind.
Less common today
Lam isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,081 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former Chief Executive of Hong Kong
Prolific Hong Kong character actor
