Name meaning
Alina
A short form of the names Adelina and Albina, carrying the meaning of noble, pure.
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Name meaning and origin
Alina is a short form of Adelina in many European languages and carries the meaning "noble," which comes from the old Germanic root athal; some sources also link it to the name Albina of Latin origin, whose root albus means "white, pure." Thus the name draws from two different roots, combining both nobility and purity.
The name Alina came to Azerbaijan mainly through the cultural influence of Russia and other Slavic countries and has today become one of the modern girl names loved by young parents, ranking among the top 30 names in the 2025 birth registration ranking. The name's international sound and easy pronunciation have made it especially popular in urban settings.
Name details
- Gender
- Girl's name
- Origin
- Alman mənşəli · Latın mənşəli
- Letter count
- 5
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Pronunciation
- a.li.ˈna
Notable people with this name
Alina Zaqitova
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Alina?
Alina is a short form of the name Adelina and means "noble"; some sources also link it to the name Albina, noting the meaning "pure."Is the name Alina mentioned in the Quran?
No, the name Alina is not mentioned in the Quran; it is of European origin and spread to Azerbaijan through Slavic languages.Is Alina a boy or a girl name?
Alina is a girl name.