Albin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Albin originates from Latin, meaning 'white' or 'bright'. It evolved through forms such as Albinus in Latin and became established in Old French and Middle English. The name is associated with traits of purity and brightness, and although it does not have a biblical background, it has historical significance through various saints and notable figures.
The name Albin is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Albin has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Albin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 550th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 905th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3132nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5132nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5078th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7511th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Albin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Albin"
Pronunciation
/ˈæl.bɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Albin is derived from the Latin 'Albinus', which means 'white' or 'bright'. It is often associated with the Latin word 'albus', meaning 'white'.
Meaning
white, bright
Language Evolution
Albinus (Latin), Albin (Old French), Albin (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name Albin has been used since the Roman times, becoming more common in medieval Europe, particularly in Christian contexts. It gained popularity due to saints and historical figures bearing the name.
Variants & Derivatives
Albino, Albine, Albyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Albin is considered somewhat rare but retains a classic and noble image. It is often associated with purity and brightness due to its meaning.
Famous People
Albin R. K. Johnson, an American mathematician, Albin de la Simone, a French singer-songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Albin"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Albin"
"Albin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 550th of 7545 | 2,037 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 905th of 6773 | 911 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1552nd of 7552 | 485 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3132nd of 10718 | 169 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5132nd of 16616 | 138 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5078th of 24088 | 255 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7511th of 23106 | 124 |
Regional Popularity of "Albin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
24.15% 342nd/1416 |
27.41% 378th/1379 |
50.38% 1192nd/2366 |
71.80% 820th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
35.90% 555th/1546 |
40.87% 636th/1556 |
60.14% 1415th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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47.65% 1158th/2430 |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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58.11% 3001st/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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79.30% 3558th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Albin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Albin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Albin" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.