Literature Reference: Ling refers to Poria cocos, a medicinal fungus. Source from 'Shuowen Jiezi'.
子: Descendants, offspring. It also refers to the favored children of heaven, those who are learned and virtuous.
苓: The plant names: Ling'er, Fuling.
Meaning: Zi Ling symbolizes health and wisdom, as precious as Poria cocos.