All about the name
Aladin
Male
« Aladin is an Arabic masculine name derived from "al-'alaan," meaning "the ascenders," or rising stars. It gained fame through the Arabian Nights folk tale where Aladin was a young boy who used a magical lamp to outsmart his enslaver and gain wealth and power. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Aladin is a masculine given name of Arabic origin. It is derived from the Arabic word "al-'alaan," which means "the ascenders." This refers to the stars that rise above the horizon.
The name Aladin is most famously associated with the folk tale collection One Thousand and One Nights, also known as the Arabian Nights. In this collection, Aladin is a young boy who becomes enslaved by an old magician named Maliathan, who forces him to perform various tasks. With the help of a magical lamp given to him by a genie, Aladin eventually outsmarts Maliathan and becomes rich and powerful.
The name Aladin has been popular throughout history in various regions. It was particularly common among Muslims due to its Islamic roots. Today, it continues to be used as a given name for boys around the world. Despite its historical significance, Aladin is not widely recognized today outside of the Middle East region.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Aladin since 1880
Total births
6
Total since 1880
Peak year
2001
6 births
in 2001
6
Recent births (5 years)
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