Tin

French, Breton

"tempest, hurricane"

Tin Origin and Meaning

The name Tin is a boy's name.

Tin is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Vietnamese, it means "belief" or "trust," making it a name with positive virtues embedded in its meaning. In Chinese culture, the name can represent different characters depending on the tone and written form, potentially meaning "sky" or other concepts. As a Western name, Tin might be used as a shortened form of names like Martin, Austin, or Constantin. The brevity of Tin gives it a modern, minimalist appeal that works well cross-culturally. While uncommon as a standalone name in most Western countries, its simplicity and international versatility make it an increasingly interesting choice for parents seeking a name that is both concise and meaningful.

Popularity of the name Tin

• 98 Slovenia 2019
• 36 Croatia 2023

Famous People Named Tin

• Tin Višnjić adopted son of Goran Višnjić & Ivana Vrdoljak,Višnjić
• Augustin "Tin" Ujević considered one of the greatest Croatian poets

The name Tin in Pop Culture

• Tin traded in Tyre's fairs (Ezekiel 27:12)
• Tin Machine English,American hard,rock band