Balin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAH-lin / /ˈbælɪn/Old English; Welsh; Norse
Meaning
Old English: 'bald' or 'brave'; Welsh: 'little' or 'small'; Norse: 'the one who is bold'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Old English, Balin is derived from 'bald', often associated with bravery. In Welsh culture, it can mean 'little', reflecting a common theme in names denoting endearment or small stature. The Norse connection ties Balin to legendary tales, particularly in Arthurian legends where Balin is a knight known for his valor.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Balin
- Balinus
International Variants
- Balin (Welsh)
- Balin (Norse)
Famous people named Balin
Balin — character in Arthurian legend.
Balin — character in The Hobbit.
Fictional characters named Balin
Balin — The Hobbit.
Balin — Arthurian legend.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Balin was first seen in the United States in 1992. Balin has ranked as high as #1346 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Balin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Balin
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 36 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2021 | 6 |