Declining since 2011, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Aldin since 1917
Babies named Aldin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 33 |
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 82 |
| 2000s | 262 |
| 2010s | 235 |
| 2020s | 86 |
Meaning & origin
Aldin is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1917 but never achieving widespread popularity. Its peak year was 2007, after which it has been on a declining trajectory since 2011. The name's origins are split between English and Bosnian traditions, and it may be a variant of the more common Alden or a Slavic adaptation of the Arabic name Adil. Parents drawn to short, strong-sounding names with an international flair may appreciate Aldin's simplicity and cross-cultural resonance. As of 2025, the name ranks 8,243rd nationally, with approximately 1 in 189,786 newborn boys receiving the name, making it a distinctive choice.
Aldin is a name of debated origin. It may derive from the Old English Alden, meaning 'old friend', or from the Germanic root ald (old). Alternatively, in Bosnian and other South Slavic cultures, Aldin is used as a variant of Adil, an Arabic name meaning 'just' or 'fair'. The name has seen modest use in the United States since the early 20th century, with a peak in 2007.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Al, Aldo, Dinny
Sibling names for Aldin
Names that share Aldin's style, for a brother or sister.
