Ling
Ling first appears in US records in 1977. It peaked in 1981, when 13 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ling popular?
Declining Ling is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1981 peak.
| 2020s | 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 30 | |
| 2000s | 33 | |
| 1990s | 42 | |
| 1980s | 75 | |
| 1970s | 10 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ling mean?
Ling is commonly the character 玲, the tinkling of fine jade, or 灵, “spirit, quick.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ling mean?
Ling means Delicate jade (玲). Ling is commonly the character 玲, the tinkling of fine jade, or 灵, “spirit, quick.”
What is the origin of the name Ling?
Ling is of Chinese origin.
How do you pronounce Ling?
Ling is pronounced “LING.”
Is Ling a boy or a girl name?
Ling is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Ling a popular name right now?
Ling is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1981 peak.
When was the name Ling most popular?
Ling was most popular in 1981, when about 13 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ling?
Names similar to Ling include Jing, Yue, Ning, Ying, Hui.
What names go well with Ling?
Chinese names that pair well with Ling include Long, Mei, Lan, Xia, Tao.