What does Aladdin mean and where does it come from?
Aladdin (Arabic: علاء الدين) is a classic name famous from the folk tale 'Aladdin and the Magic Lamp' from the 'One Thousand and One Nights'. The name itself means 'nobility of faith' in Arabic, signifying a noble character. Aladdin's story has been popularized in modern culture, particularly by Dis
Cultural significance
Aladdin has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of nobility of faith.
Peak popularity
Reached #2928 in 1993 — currently #8941 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Aladdin?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Aladdin?
Aladdin works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Aladdin Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Aladdin John
One syllable · timeless choice
Aladdin Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Aladdin Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Aladdin Beau
One syllable · on the rise
Aladdin Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Aladdin right now?
Falling — down 3872 spots — currently #8941 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2025 | #8941 | 8 | ▼ down 3872 · -58% births |
| 2024 | #5069 | 19 | ▲ up 1160 · +36% births |
| 2023 | #6229 | 14 | ▼ down 1523 · -33% births |
| 2022 | #4706 | 21 | ▲ up 1637 · +62% births |
| 2021 | #6343 | 13 | ▲ up 1281 · +30% births |
| 2020 | #7624 | 10 | ▲ up 1413 · +25% births |
| 2015 | #9037 | 8 | ▲ up 3754 · +60% births |
| 2010 | #12791 | 5 | ▼ down 7599 · -64% births |
| 2000 | #5192 | 14 | ▲ up 3150 · +133% births |
| 1995 | #8342 | 6 | ▼ down 1978 |
| 1985 | #6364 | 6 | ▼ down 185 |
| 1980 | #6179 | 6 | — |
The story of Aladdin
Aladdin is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 195 total births recorded, Aladdin remains relatively uncommon.
Names that peaked alongside Aladdin in 1993:
Aladdin by decade
Aladdin peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1980s | 17 | |
| 1990s ★ | 74 | |
| 2000s | 25 | |
| 2010s | 69 | |
| 2020s | 37 | |
💎Aladdin has only 195 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Aladdin?
Famous people named Aladdin
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Aladdin (Sufi mystic)
Aladdin used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Aladdin (Islamic scholar)
Aladdin bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Aladdin (Quranic figure)
Aladdin appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Aladdin (Arab poet)
Aladdin carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.
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Common questions about the name Aladdin
What does the name Aladdin mean?
Aladdin means "nobility of faith" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Aladdin?
Aladdin is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Aladdin have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Aladdin?
Aladdin originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Aladdin?
Aladdin is a three-syllable name pronounced al-AD-in. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Aladdin?
Aladdin pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.