“depends on characters used; could mean 'artistic jade' (艺琳) or 'moon lily' (月玲)” — Symbolize elegance and beauty
Chinese origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#8030US 2023
14Births / yr
↓Falling
267All-time births
📅 Since 199900
How to pronounce Yeilin
YE·IL·in
/ˈjɛ.ˈɪl.ɪn/ · stress on YE · 3 syllables
“depends on characters used; could mean 'artistic jade' (艺琳) or 'moon lily' (月玲)”
Symbolize elegance and beauty · Chinese origin
What does Yeilin mean and where does it come from?
Yeilin is a Chinese name that can have various meanings based on the characters chosen to represent it. Common combinations include '艺' (artistic) and '琳' (jade), which together symbolize elegance and beauty. The name may also be represented as '月' (moon) and '玲' (sound of tinkling jade), suggesting
Cultural significance
Yeilin has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Chinese-speaking communities, where it reflects values of depends on characters used; could mean 'artistic jade' (艺琳) or 'moon lily' (月玲).
Peak popularity
Reached #6057 in 2009 — currently #8030 in the US.
Falling — down 1821 spots — currently #8030 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 2005–2023#8030 · Top 5.9%
2005
2010
2015
2020
2021
2022
2023
Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#8030
14
▼ down 1821 · -30% births
2022
#6209
20
▲ up 1401 · +33% births
2021
#7610
15
▲ up 5149 · +114% births
2020
#12759
7
▼ down 5260 · -56% births
2015
#7499
16
▼ down 344 · -11% births
2010
#7155
18
▼ down 39 · +6% births
2005
#7116
17
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Yeilin
2022Rank #6209
20
#8054
↗Rising
2005 - 20237 years
The story of Yeilin
Yeilin is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 267 total births recorded, Yeilin remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7116 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8030 in 2023.
Yeilin means "depends on characters used; could mean 'artistic jade' (艺琳) or 'moon lily' (月玲)" — a name rooted in Chinese tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Yeilin?
Yeilin is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yeilin have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Yeilin?
Yeilin originates from Chinese tradition. Chinese names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Yeilin?
Yeilin is a three-syllable name pronounced Y EH1 IH1 L IH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Yeilin?
Yeilin pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Chinese heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Yeilin
For a sister
Yeilin & Xiao♡
Yeilin & Ka♡
Yeilin & Zi♡
Yeilin & Meile♡
For a brother
Yeilin & Xiao♡
Yeilin & Ka♡
Yeilin & Zi♡
Yeilin & Lian♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#8030
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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🇦🇺 Australia
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