Fair, handsome, or to soothe
As a masculine name, Alin is often considered a Romanian variant of Alinus, derived from the Germanic root 'ala' meaning 'all' or 'alin' meaning 'to soothe'. In some contexts, it is viewed as a diminutive of Alan, which is of Celtic origin meaning 'fair' or 'handsome'. It is also used as a feminine name in various cultures, sometimes as a variant of Aline or Eileen.
Less common today
Alin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,097 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Romanian professional footballer
Olympic gold medalist in shooting
French art critic and historian
