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SHAHR-luht
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Alina
GirlGermanic, Slavic· “short form of Adelina, 'noble'”
- Meaning
- short form of Adelina, 'noble' (origin disputed)
- Origin
- Germanic, Slavic
- Pronunciation
- uh-LEE-nuh
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #130
- US babies 2025
- 2,204
- Best rank
- #130 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Alina
Alina is often said to mean “short form of Adelina, 'noble'”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Germanic and Slavic roots.
Alina has several possible roots and is used in many European languages. It is often explained as a short form of Adelina, from the Germanic element adal, meaning noble. In Slavic countries it may also be linked to Alyona, a form of Elena, and some connect it to Albina, meaning white. Because the name developed independently in several places, its meaning is uncertain. Alina is popular in Poland, Romania, Russia and Germany, and it has recently caught on in the United States. It feels light, graceful and international, with Lina and Ali as possible nicknames.
Popularity over time
Alina first appears in US Social Security records in 1892. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 48 different years, starting in 1975. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #130, and its highest count, 2,204 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #977 in 1980, #466 in 2000, #265 in 2010, and #130 in 2025. Of the 45,387 US girls named Alina since records began, 34% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 12,138 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Ember, Amira, Scottie, Magnolia, and Hallie.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Alina ranked highest in California, Hawaii, and Nevada.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| California | #42 | 542 |
| Hawaii | #55 | 11 |
| Nevada | #62 | 31 |
| Washington | #86 | 68 |
| Texas | #91 | 301 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Alina is usually pronounced uh-LEE-nuh, with three syllables. It has five letters, starts with A and ends in “-na”.
Middle names for Alina
A few middle names that flow with Alina: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Alina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alina mean?
Alina is often said to mean “short form of Adelina, 'noble'”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Germanic and Slavic roots.
What is the origin of the name Alina?
Alina has Germanic and Slavic roots. Alina has several possible roots and is used in many European languages.
Is Alina a popular name?
Yes. Alina ranked #130 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Alina a boy or girl name?
Alina is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Alina?
Alina is usually pronounced uh-LEE-nuh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings