Rising since 2010, #5,722 for girls today.
Popularity of Avleen since 2008
Babies named Avleen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 22 |
| 2010s | 218 |
| 2020s | 144 |
Meaning & origin
Avleen first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 2008, a relatively recent arrival. It reached its peak popularity in 2015 and has been rising in use since 2010. As of 2025, it ranked 5,722, with about 1 in 76,537 baby girls receiving the name. It has been most common in California, where it may reflect a broader trend of Punjabi-inspired names ending in -leen. Though its meaning is not well-attested, its modern sound and feminine ending have contributed to its gentle climb in usage.
Avleen first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2008, coinciding with a trend of feminine names ending in -leen (e.g., Aileen, Kaitlyn). It may be a respelling or blend of existing names, but no clear etymological root has been established. Its rise in California suggests possible Punjabi or Sikh influence, as -leen endings appear in names like Jasleen and Harleen from Sikh traditions, though Avleen itself is not a traditional Sikh name.
Where Avleen is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Avi, Leena
Sibling names for Avleen
Names that share Avleen's style, for a brother or sister.
