Meaning, origin, history
Alin is a name of Romanian origin and means "light". It comes from the Romanian word for light, which is "alini". The name has been used in Romania for centuries and was popularized by famous people such as Alin Petrache, a Romanian film director, and Alin Stoica, a Romanian footballer. Despite its masculine appearance, Alin can also be given to girls, making it an androgynous name that transcends gender norms. The name has gained international recognition in recent years due to the popularity of Romanian culture and language around the world. It is considered a unique and original name option for parents looking for something different for their child.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Alin since 1880
Total births
144
Total since 1880
Peak year
2005
9 births
in 2021
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-40%
↘
vs previous 5 years