Linlin

Linlin is a feminine given name used in Chinese-speaking communities. It is typically a reduplication of a single-syllable name and can be written with various Chinese characters; common patterns include 林琳, where 林 means forest and 琳 means jade-like beauty, or 琳琳, where the second character reinforces the same meaning. The exact sense depends on the chosen characters, but reduplication often conveys affection or a gentle, familiar nuance. As a romanized form, Linlin may correspond to several different Chinese given names and does not have a single universal meaning.

In popular culture, Charlotte Linlin, better known as Big Mom, is a fictional character in the manga and anime One Piece. She is a central antagonist and the matriarch of the Charlotte Family, ruling Totto Land with considerable power.

Because Linlin is a common component in Chinese names as well as a familiar-sounding nickname, it can appear as a personal name, stage name, or alias in various contexts. Without accompanying characters or context, the exact origin, meaning, or identity cannot be determined.