Holding steady.
Popularity of Altin since 2000
Babies named Altin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 90 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 20 |
Meaning & origin
Altin first appeared in U.S. birth records in the year 2000, making it a relatively recent addition to the American naming landscape. The name reached its modest peak in popularity in 2007. Since then, its usage has remained stable, though it stays quite rare, reflecting a consistent but niche appeal. While exact origin is debated, its likely connection to the word for 'gold' in Albanian or Turkish gives it a shimmering, positive connotation. Altin is a distinctive choice that carries cultural resonance for families with Balkan heritage or those drawn to short, strong-sounding names.
The name Altin is most often associated with Albanian and Turkish origins, where it is thought to derive from words meaning 'gold' (Albanian 'ar' or Turkish 'altın'). However, it also appears as a surname in various cultures. In Albanian-speaking regions, it gained modest popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, possibly influenced by the positive connotation of gold. Outside of the Balkans, Altin is occasionally used as a variant of the name Alton or as a modern coinage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Al, Tin
Variants: Alton
Sibling names for Altin
Names that share Altin's style, for a brother or sister.
