Faline

“A feminine form of 'falcon', associated with grace and beauty.” — Associated with the qualities of a falcon

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1396US 2023

804Births / yr

→Stable

98All-time births

📅 Since 194300

What does Faline mean and where does it come from?

Faline is a name that gained popularity in the United States in the mid-20th century, partly due to its use in popular culture, such as in Disney's 'Bambi', where Faline is the name of Bambi's love interest. The name carries connotations of elegance and is associated with the qualities of a falcon.

Cultural significance

Faline has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a feminine form of 'falcon', associated with grace and beauty..

Peak popularity

Reached #5321 in 1943 — currently #1396 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Faline?

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

Faline Grace

How popular is Faline right now?

Holding steady — currently #1396 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#1396 · Top 1.0%

1985

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1396	804	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1401	784	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1406	754	▲ up 9012 · +10671% births
1990	#10418	7	▲ up 620 · +40% births
1985	#11038	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Faline

Best Year2023Rank #1396

Peak Count804

Average Rank#5132

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1985 - 20235 years

The story of Faline

Faline entered American naming records in 1943 and has been in use for over 81 years. With 98 total births recorded, Faline remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11038 in 1985 to #1396 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Faline in 1943:

Mary Barbara Patricia Linda Carol

Faline by decade

Faline peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	5
1950s	7
1960s	5
1970s	21
1980s ★	27
1990s	15
2000s	13
2010s	5

💎Faline has only 98 total recorded births since 1943 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Faline?

Common

FalFalieFalyIne

What names sound and feel like Faline?

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

Falone

American · little falcon or

Valine

American · Strong, healthy

Saline

American · A beloved name

Jacine

American · A variant of

Radine

American · English

Danine

American · Diminutive of Daniel,

Atline

American · English

Jaline

USA · God's gracious gift

Common questions about the name Faline

What does the name Faline mean?

Faline means "A feminine form of 'falcon', associated with grace and beauty." — a name rooted in American 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 Faline?

Faline is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Faline?

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

Is Faline a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Faline?

Faline naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.