Aladdin

“nobility of faith”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6229US 2023

14Births / yr

↓Falling

195All-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Aladdin

al·AD·in

/æl.ˈæd.ɪn/ · stress on AD · 3 syllables

“nobility of faith”

Arabic origin · Boy name

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 #6229 in the US.

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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 Grace

How popular is Aladdin right now?

Falling — down 1523 spots — currently #6229 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#6229 · Top 4.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Aladdin

Best Year2022Rank #4706

Peak Count21

Average Rank#7281

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 202310 years

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:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Tyler

Aladdin by decade

Aladdin peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	17
1990s ★	74
2000s	25
2010s	69
2020s	10

💎Aladdin has only 195 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Aladdin?

Common

AlaAlAlieAlyAddin

Famous people named Aladdin

Aladdin (Sufi mystic)

Aladdin used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Aladdin (Islamic scholar)

Aladdin bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Aladdin (Quranic figure)

Aladdin appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Aladdin (Arab poet)

Aladdin carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

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Almarin

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How is Aladdin written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Aladdin?

Aldina BOSNIAN

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 AE0 L AE1 D IH0 N. 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.