3 Letter Boy Names

Names Ending in M for Boys

One Syllable Names for Boys

Names that Peaked in 1885

Lim is a concise masculine name with significant multicultural presence, primarily recognized as a common surname in East and Southeast Asia. As a given name, Lim has particular prominence in Korean culture, where it can mean 'forest' or 'woods,' symbolizing growth and natural beauty. The name also appears in Chinese, Vietnamese, and other Asian naming traditions, though meanings vary by language and specific characters used. Beyond Asia, Lim occasionally serves as a shortened form of names like William or Liam in Western contexts. Its brevity gives it a clean, modern feel that transcends cultural boundaries. Though simple in structure, Lim carries substantial cultural weight in many communities and offers the practical advantage of being easily pronounced across different languages, making it an increasingly global choice.

The name Lim is currently ranked #889 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #888 in 1885. It is currently rising in popularity.

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