Forest, fine jade, or a gem
In Chinese, Lin can mean 'forest' (ζ) or 'fine jade' (η³), depending on the characters used. It is a common surname and given name in East Asian cultures, often symbolizing natural beauty or preciousness. In Western contexts, it is frequently used as a diminutive of names like Linda or Lindsay.
Less common today
Lin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,877 in 1990.
Award-winning composer and actor
Two-time Olympic badminton champion
Chief of Police and metalbender Β· The Legend of Korra
First female architect in modern China
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
