About Ling
The surname Ling has multiple origins and meanings. In Chinese, it is derived from the character "凌" which means "to rise" or "to surpass." It is a relatively common surname in China and is associated with qualities such as ambition, determination, and resilience. In some cases, Ling can also be a variant of the English surname "Lynn," which has Old English origins and refers to a place where water flows or a pool. Overall, the meaning of the surname Ling varies depending on its cultural and linguistic context.
Explore your ancestry and health insights with exclusive savings.
Save 15%-60% this holiday season
The surname Ling is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ling based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Ling is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Ling in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Ling using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.