Orlin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Orlin has Slavic origins, meaning 'eagle', and has evolved through various forms such as Orlen and Orlina. It reflects traits of strength and freedom, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently seen as unique with a modern appeal, often associated with leadership.
The name Orlin is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Orlin has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Orlin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1285th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1303rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2547th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5421st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9965th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7018th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5321st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Orlin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Orlin"
Pronunciation
/ˈɔr.lɪn/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Orlin is derived from the Slavic element 'orl', which means 'eagle'. It is often associated with strength and freedom.
Meaning
eagle
Language Evolution
Orlin, Orlen, Orlina
Historical Usage
Orlin gained popularity in Eastern European countries during the 20th century, often as a given name reflecting nature and strength.
Variants & Derivatives
Orlen, Orlina, Orel
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Orlin is perceived as unique and has a modern appeal, often associated with individuals who exhibit leadership qualities.
Famous People
Orlin Norris, a professional boxer, Orlin Grabbe, a prominent figure in alternative finance
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Orlin"
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 of "Orlin"
"Orlin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1285th of 7545 | 504 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1303rd of 6773 | 506 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2547th of 7552 | 196 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5421st of 10718 | 55 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9965th of 16616 | 33 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7018th of 24088 | 158 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5321st of 23106 | 208 |
Regional Popularity of "Orlin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
48.02% 680th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
42.56% 658th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
56.76% 1264th/2227 |
- | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
49.91% 3405th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Orlin" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Orlin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Orlin" 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.