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Lin Meaning and Origin

Lin is English given name meaning Lin is a diminutive of the name Linda, meaning "pretty" or "tender" in Spanish..

Lin is a name that's been used by parents who are considering unisex baby names.

Lin is currently #10060 on the baby names popularity charts in the U.S. in 2022.

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Lin is a 3 letters name with syllables.

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Lin name meaning

Lin is a diminutive of the name Linda, meaning "pretty" or "tender" in Spanish.

Lin name origin

English

Name facts

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In 2022, 33% of babies named Lin were boys
In 2022, 67% of babies named Lin were girls

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Lin - FAQ

What is the meaning of the name Lin?
The meaning of the name Lin is Lin is a diminutive of the name Linda, meaning "pretty" or "tender" in Spanish..
What is the origin of the name Lin?
The origin of the name Lin is English .
Is Lin a girl or boy name?
The name Lin is a unisex name. According to our statistics, 33.33% of babies called Lin were boys, 66.67% of babies called Lin were girls.
What is the popularity of the name Lin?
According to statistics, Lin is ranked 10060th most popular unisex name in the US, in 2022.
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