Aldine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aldine originates from Latin, meaning old or wise, and has evolved through various historical forms including Aldus. It is linked to traits of intelligence and literary appreciation, although it does not have any biblical relevance.
The name Aldine is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aldine has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Aldine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3325th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4298th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6135th out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1521st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2416th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6304th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Aldine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aldine"
Pronunciation
/ˈɔːl.din/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Aldine is derived from the Latin word 'aldinus', which refers to 'old' or 'wise'. It is often associated with 'Aldus', a name meaning 'old' in Latin, and was popularized by Aldus Manutius, a renowned Italian printer from the 15th century.
Meaning
old, wise
Language Evolution
Aldus (Latin), Aldine (Late Latin), Aldine (English)
Historical Usage
The name Aldine gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often associated with literary and scholarly pursuits due to its ties to Aldus Manutius.
Variants & Derivatives
Alden, Aldis, Aldene
Modern Popularity & Image
Aldine is perceived as a classic and scholarly name, often associated with intelligence and a love for literature.
Famous People
Aldine S. K. Lee, a prominent writer and educator, Aldine M. G. M. Smith, a noted historian
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aldine"
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 "Aldine"
"Aldine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3325th of 7545 | 99 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4298th of 6773 | 44 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6135th of 7552 | 15 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1521st of 9107 | 488 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2416th of 9204 | 235 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6304th of 12526 | 66 |
Regional Popularity of "Aldine" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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81.45% 1927th/2366 |
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| 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Aldine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
58.81% 811th/1379 |
93.32% 2208th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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82.13% 1278th/1556 |
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| 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 "Aldine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aldine" 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.