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Lin

OriginChinese, Burmese, Russian, Bulgarian, Spanish, French
Meaning"forest; jade; bright, clear; flax"
GenderBoy

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The name Lin peaked for boys at #1233 in 1898. Lin is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

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