Albin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-bin / ˈæl.bɪnLatin; Germanic
Meaning
Latin: white; Germanic: noble friend
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Albin has roots in Latin, where it is derived from 'albus,' meaning 'white' or 'bright.' It is also associated with Germanic origins, where it conveys the meaning of a 'noble friend.' The name has been used in various cultures throughout history, often linked to qualities of purity and nobility. Albin has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions and periods.
Trend Summary
The name Albin has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Albyn
- Albine
International Variants
- Albin (Swedish)
- Albinus (Latin)
- Albino (Italian)
Famous people named Albin
Albin Kurti is a politician known for his role as the Prime Minister of Kosovo.
Albin de la Simone is a French singer-songwriter recognized for his contributions to contemporary music.
Albin Ouschan is an Austrian professional pool player who has won multiple championships.
Albin Sadar is a notable figure in the field of architecture and design.
Fictional characters named Albin
Albin is a character in the musical 'La Cage aux Folles,' known for his role as a drag performer.
Albin is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Albin was first seen in the United States in 1880. Albin has ranked as high as #712 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Illinois, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, New York, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Albin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Albin (2015)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 6 |
1881 | 5 |
1882 | 11 |
1883 | 7 |
1884 | 13 |
1885 | 16 |
1886 | 12 |
1887 | 12 |
1888 | 18 |
1889 | 14 |
1890 | 23 |
1891 | 22 |
1892 | 14 |
1893 | 17 |
1894 | 16 |
1895 | 14 |
1896 | 18 |
1897 | 17 |
1898 | 12 |
1899 | 14 |
1900 | 17 |
1901 | 9 |
1902 | 13 |
1903 | 12 |
1904 | 22 |
1905 | 12 |
1906 | 17 |
1907 | 13 |
1908 | 13 |
1909 | 17 |
1910 | 18 |
1911 | 23 |
1912 | 58 |
1913 | 56 |
1914 | 79 |
1915 | 139 |
1916 | 128 |
1917 | 138 |
1918 | 132 |
1919 | 157 |
1920 | 134 |
1921 | 137 |
1922 | 123 |
1923 | 134 |
1924 | 132 |
1925 | 115 |
1926 | 113 |
1927 | 93 |
1928 | 83 |
1929 | 72 |
1930 | 67 |
1931 | 67 |
1932 | 67 |
1933 | 40 |
1934 | 47 |
1935 | 38 |
1936 | 47 |
1937 | 38 |
1938 | 46 |
1939 | 42 |
1940 | 42 |
1941 | 37 |
1942 | 49 |
1943 | 60 |
1944 | 30 |
1945 | 39 |
1946 | 31 |
1947 | 39 |
1948 | 34 |
1949 | 27 |
1950 | 27 |
1951 | 30 |
1952 | 25 |
1953 | 34 |
1954 | 20 |
1955 | 22 |
1956 | 25 |
1957 | 26 |
1958 | 31 |
1959 | 15 |
1960 | 23 |
1961 | 18 |
1962 | 21 |
1963 | 15 |
1964 | 22 |
1965 | 11 |
1966 | 13 |
1967 | 12 |
1968 | 11 |
1969 | 10 |
1970 | 13 |
1971 | 21 |
1972 | 8 |
1973 | 8 |
1974 | 13 |
1975 | 7 |
1976 | 10 |
1977 | 7 |
1978 | 7 |
1979 | 12 |
1980 | 6 |
1981 | 6 |
1982 | 9 |
1983 | 12 |
1984 | 6 |
1985 | 8 |
1986 | 8 |
1988 | 5 |
1989 | 11 |
1990 | 11 |
1991 | 10 |
1992 | 10 |
1993 | 14 |
1994 | 12 |
1995 | 8 |
1996 | 8 |
1997 | 9 |
1998 | 15 |
1999 | 9 |
2000 | 16 |
2001 | 14 |
2002 | 20 |
2003 | 21 |
2004 | 16 |
2005 | 16 |
2006 | 14 |
2007 | 30 |
2008 | 18 |
2009 | 10 |
2010 | 15 |
2011 | 15 |
2012 | 17 |
2013 | 8 |
2014 | 12 |
2015 | 19 |
2016 | 9 |
2017 | 15 |
2018 | 13 |
2019 | 11 |
2020 | 14 |
2022 | 9 |
2023 | 8 |
2024 | 6 |