Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alina is a name of Slavic origin meaning 'bright' or 'beautiful'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is often linked to the name Helena. The name has gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as elegant and modern. There is no direct biblical relevance to the name. Notable individuals with this name include ballet dancer Alina Cojocaru and Olympic figure skater Alina Zagitova.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈliːnə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Alina is derived from the Slavic root 'ali', which means 'bright' or 'beautiful'. It is often associated with the name Helena, which also carries connotations of light.
Meaning
bright, beautiful
Language Evolution
Alyna, Alena, Helena
Historical Usage
The name Alina gained popularity in the 19th century and has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Alena, Lina, Elena
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alina is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty.
Famous People
Alina Cojocaru, a renowned ballet dancer, Alina Zagitova, an Olympic figure skater
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,180 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5270th of 9107 | 45 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6317th of 9204 | 26 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2925th of 12526 | 300 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1152nd of 19264 | 1,660 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 713th of 27321 | 4,427 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 339th of 35406 | 14,828 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 162nd of 30306 | 21,871 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
69.71% 1694th/2430 |
65.30% 1863rd/2853 |
74.20% 2059th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
43.38% 1274th/2937 |
28.19% 982nd/3483 |
32.55% 1145th/3518 |
23.24% 940th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.83% 878th/3685 |
15.46% 692nd/4475 |
17.52% 910th/5194 |
8.15% 515th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
10.17% 466th/4582 |
6.51% 336th/5164 |
6.39% 467th/7313 |
2.87% 214th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
7.13% 284th/3984 |
3.52% 158th/4487 |
3.00% 205th/6822 |
1.56% 98th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Nevada across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5270th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6317th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2925th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1152nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 713th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 339th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 162nd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.