Elin: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A shining torch of warmth and hope.
- Origin
- Scandinavian
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #1582
- Peak
- #662 in 2011
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Elin Means
Elin is a girl name of Scandinavian origin. A shining torch of warmth and hope.
How Popular Elin Is
Elin currently ranks #1582 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #662 in 2011. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Elin
- At its most popular, Elin reached #662 in the U.S. in 2011.
- Elin is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Elin is a name from the Scandinavian tradition.
Names Like Elin
Other Scandinavian names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Elin
Scandinavian names that pair well as a brother or sister to Elin.
Questions About Elin
What does Elin mean?
Elin is a girl name of Scandinavian origin. A shining torch of warmth and hope.
How popular is Elin?
Elin currently ranks #1582 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #662 in 2011. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Elin come from?
Elin comes from Scandinavian roots. At its most popular, Elin reached #662 in the U.S. in 2011.
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