Alina - girls name

Alina name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 95%

Alina name meaning:

The name Alina is of multiple origins and therefore has different meanings depending on the cultural context. In Slavic languages, Alina is derived from the name Alena, which itself is a variant of Helen, meaning "bright," "shining," or "light." This interpretation suggests a person with a radiant and luminous personality. In Arabic, Alina is a variation of the name Aalina, which means "noble" or "illustrious." This meaning highlights qualities of distinction, dignity, and high social status.

The name Alina is also found in various other cultures, such as Romanian, where it is believed to be a diminutive of Adelina, meaning "noble" or "kind." In this sense, Alina symbolizes virtue, generosity, and compassion. Overall, regardless of its origin, the name Alina conveys positive attributes such as brightness, nobility, and a warm-hearted nature. It paints a picture of a person who shines with inner beauty and carries themselves with grace and dignity.

Origin: Polish

Bright, beautiful.

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Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 260 out of 5581

181 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    68
  • 5yrs

    55
  • 1yr

    44

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (485)

Historical popularity of Alina

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Alina from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Alina in 2024