Holding steady, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Nalina since 1981
Babies named Nalina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 20 |
| 2010s | 70 |
| 2020s | 60 |
Meaning & origin
Nalina is a Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'lotus', first recorded in the United States in 1981. Its popularity has remained stable, with a rank of 7,491 in the most recent year, and a 1-in-114,805 incidence among female births. While not yet reaching the top 1000, the name has seen increased interest in recent decades. Its peak year so far was 2023, the same as the latest data, suggesting a slow but steady upward trend. The name's gentle sound and spiritual connotations give it a quiet appeal among parents drawn to nature-inspired or culturally meaningful names.
Nalina is a name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word 'nalina' (नलिन), meaning 'lotus' or a lotus plant. The lotus holds symbolic significance in Hinduism and Buddhism, representing purity, enlightenment, and rebirth. The name is used in India and among the Indian diaspora, often as a feminine given name. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, it gained some usage in the United States beginning in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nali, Lina, Nina
Variants: Naline, Nalini
Sibling names for Nalina
Names that share Nalina's style, for a brother or sister.
