Lin Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Lin Name at a Glance

Name	Lin
Meaning	Family name.
Origin	Chinese
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Lin Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lin means “Family name”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Lin Name Origin

Our database records Lin under Chinese origin. Browse more Chinese baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Lin a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Lin is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Lin

When considering Lin for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.