Holding steady.
Popularity of Batina since 1961
Babies named Batina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 30 |
| 1970s | 67 |
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Batina is a rare and distinctive name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1961, but it never achieved widespread popularity. Its peak year was 1974, during the 1970s, but since then usage has been sporadic and low. The name has not ranked among the top 1000 names in any year, and its occurrence is so infrequent that the 1-in-N ratio is not calculable. Batina is almost exclusively given to girls. The name's origins remain obscure; it may be a creative spelling or a variant of other names like Bettina or Sabina. While it lacks a clear etymology, its uniqueness may appeal to parents seeking an uncommon name with a vintage 1970s feel.
The name Batina first appeared in U.S. records in 1961, likely a modern coinage or respelling. It may be influenced by names like Bettina (a diminutive of Elizabeth) or inspired by the Spanish word batina (a type of cap), but no clear etymological derivation has been established. Its peak usage occurred in the 1970s, after which it saw a decline and subsequent stability at very low frequency.
Sibling names for Batina
Names that share Batina's style, for a brother or sister.
