Alina

Alina is a female given name of European origin.[1] It is particularly common in Northern, Central and Eastern Europe. It may be derived from the name Adelina.[2] Alina was one of the top 10 most popular names in Switzerland[3] and one of the top 50 most popular names in Finland,[4] Norway,[5] Germany[6] and Austria[7] in 2020.

Alina or Aleena
GenderFemale
Language(s)Romanian, Slavic languages, Greek, German
Origin
Word/nameRomanian, Slavic, German, Greek
MeaningGerman origin meaning "noble" as a Latinate form of Aline, a Germanic contraction of Adelina (little noble one), which is diminutive form of Adelaide. Thought by some to be of Slavic origin meaning "bright, beautiful." Others believe in its Greek origins, meaning "light" or "truth" as a variation of Helen.

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References

  1. Meaning of names
  2. Campbell, Mike. "Meaning, origin and history of the name Alina". Behind the Name. Retrieved 2019-04-13.
  3. "Top Baby Names in Switzerland 2020". Nameberry. Retrieved 2021-10-24.
  4. "Top Baby Names in Finland 2020". Nameberry. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
  5. "Top Baby Names in Norway 2020". Nameberry. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
  6. "Top Baby Names in Germany 2020". Nameberry. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
  7. "Top Baby Names in Austria 2020". Nameberry. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
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