Forest, fine jade, or a gem
In Chinese, Lin can mean 'forest' (林) or 'fine jade' (琳), 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.
About 7 girls were named Lin in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Award-winning composer and actor
Two-time Olympic badminton champion
Chief of Police and metalbender · The Legend of Korra
First female architect in modern China
