Rin (凛, りん in hiragana) is a Japanese given name that can be used for any gender, though it is especially common for girls. The name is most famously written with the 凛 kanji, which means "dignified, severe, cold" and is associated with the rin element. However, many other kanji such as 倫 (ethics), 琳 (jewel), and 燐 (phosphorus) share the same pronunciation. Rin is sometimes transliterated as Lin or Lynn when used outside Japan. Notable BearersSeveral Japanese figures share this name, with appropriate kanji: Rin Ishigaki (石垣 りん, 1920–2004) was a noted poet. Rin Chupeco is a Chinese Filipino writer of young adult fiction. In the entertainment industry, famous holders include actress Rin Asuka (飛鳥 凛, born 1991), voice actress Rin Aira (逢来 りん, born 2002), model and AV actress Rin Aoki (青木 りん, born 1985), and racing driver Rin Arakawa (荒川 麟, born 1999). The name also appears among members of idol groups, such as Rin Honoka (ほのか りん, born 1996), fashion model and actress, and Rin Hashisako (橋迫 鈴, born 2005), a member of the all-girl group Angerme.Meaning: dignified, severe, cold or other meanings depending on kanjiOrigin: JapaneseType: First nameUsage: unisex, b>Japan