Yilin
Fact sheet
- Name
- Yilin
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
Yilin is a first name for both males and females, originating from the Chinese language. It is composed of the names Yi and Lin and carries the meanings 'the strong jade' or 'the harmonious forest'.
What does the name Yilin mean?
The first name Yilin, used for both men and women, is a Chinese combination of the names Yi and Lin. Its meanings are 'the strong jade' and 'the harmonious forest'. The name Yi encompasses various terms: yì (毅) for determined, firm, yí (宜) for suitable, yì (义) for justice, yì (益) for gain, yí (怡) for joy and harmony, and yí (仪) for ceremony and rites. Lin, on the other hand, consists of: lín (琳) for fine jade or gemstone and lín (林) for forest or woods.
Where does the name Yilin come from?
The name Yilin originates from Chinese and is used as both a male and female first name. Its meaning is 'the strong jade'. The word structure of Yilin consists of Yi: yì (毅) = determined, yí (宜) = suitable, yì (义) = justice, yì (益) = gain, yí (怡) = joy, yí (仪) = ceremony as well as Lin: lín (琳) = fine jade, lín (林) = forest. The language is Chinese.
How do you pronounce Yilin?
Ji-lin
Popularity
In Germany, Yilin is a rare first name. In 2020, it ranked 4,047th on the list of most common male first names. Yilin achieved its best ranking in 2014 at 2,646th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it at 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,182nd.
Nicknames & pet names
Yilini
Frequently asked questions about the name Yilin
Where does the name Yilin come from?
Yilin has Chinese roots and is used for both men and women.
What does the name Yilin mean?
Yilin is composed of the elements 'Yi' and 'Lin', meaning 'the strong jade' and 'the harmonious forest'.
How popular is the name Yilin?
The popularity of Yilin varies, but it is increasingly sought after in different countries, especially in regions with Chinese influence.