Alin

“the peaceful one”

Romania origin · Unisex name

♂ 24% boys♀ 76% girls

#5757US 2023

21Births / yr

↑Rising

577All-time births

📅 Since 198800

What does Alin mean and where does it come from?

Alin is a name of Romanian origin, and in Romanian, it often signifies someone who is gentle or calm. In Hebrew, it refers to someone who holds noble qualities. The name is relatively popular in Romania and has seen some use in Israel. Alin as a female name is less common, and might be considered a

Cultural significance

Alin has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Romania-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the peaceful one.

Peak popularity

Reached #4093 in 2007 — currently #5757 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Alin?

Alin works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Alin Grace

How popular is Alin right now?

Rising fast — up 1541 spots — currently #5757 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#5757 · Top 4.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5757	21	▲ up 1541 · +40% births
2022	#7298	15	▲ up 1193 · +25% births
2021	#8491	12	▲ up 1959 · +33% births
2020	#10450	9	▼ down 2681 · -40% births
2015	#7769	15	▼ down 1008 · -21% births
2010	#6761	19	▼ down 1224 · -17% births
2005	#5537	23	▲ up 860 · +35% births
2000	#6397	17	▲ up 3604 · +113% births
1990	#10001	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Alin

Best Year2005Rank #5537

Peak Count23

Average Rank#7607

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20239 years

The story of Alin

Alin is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1988. With 577 total births recorded, Alin remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10001 in 1990 to #5757 in 2023. Alin is used for both genders: 76% female and 24% male.

Names that peaked alongside Alin in 2007:

Emily Isabella Emma Ava Madison

Alin by decade

Alin peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	15
1990s	70
2000s ★	310
2010s	173
2020s	9

💎Alin has only 577 total recorded births since 1988 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Alin?

Common

AlAlieAly

What names sound and feel like Alin?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Alin also consider these

Arabic · Exalted, noble

Sweden · Derived from the

Kalin

Slavic countries · pure, slender

Alvin

English · Noble friend

Common questions about the name Alin

What does the name Alin mean?

Alin means "the peaceful one" — a name rooted in Romania 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 Alin?

Alin is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Alin have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Alin?

Alin originates from Romania tradition. Romania names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Alin trending right now?

Alin is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Alin a common or rare name?

Alin is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.