'low-end' originates from the combination of 'low' and 'end', where 'low' meant 'not high in position or quality' and 'end' referred to 'the final part or limit'.

'low-end' evolved from the concept of categorizing products based on quality and price, eventually becoming a common term in consumer markets.

Initially, it meant 'the lower part or limit', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'inexpensive and lower quality'.