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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Spirit, soul (or 'tinkling of jade', depending on character)
- Origin
- Vietnamese (Sino-Vietnamese)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- LIN
Linh is a Vietnamese girl's name, pronounced LIN, that carries a Sino-Vietnamese meaning of spirit or soul, or 'tinkling of jade' depending on the character used. It's short and clean with a modern, worldly feel, and its one-syllable sound makes it easy to say and spell.
Meaning & Origin of Linh
Meaning: Spirit, soul (or 'tinkling of jade', depending on character).
Origin: Vietnamese (Sino-Vietnamese).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Linh
LINIPA /ˈlɪn/
Popularity of Linh
Linh ranked #1714 in 1984, its peak, with 64 babies given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #8201 with 13 babies, so it's a rare pick today.
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FAQ
What does the name Linh mean?
Spirit, soul (or ‘tinkling of jade’, depending on character). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Linh?
Linh is pronounced LIN (IPA: /ˈlɪn/).
Is Linh a popular name right now?
Linh peaked at #1714 in 1984 and is ranked #8201 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1975–2024.)
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