Alina

Meaning bright, beautiful
Origin Arabic, German, Slavic
Gender Girl
Popularity Popular
Length 5
Syllables 3
Syllabification A-li-na

About Alina

The name Alina is a captivating choice for parents seeking a name that embodies elegance and femininity. With roots in various cultures, including Slavic, Germanic, and Arabic, Alina holds different meanings but consistently conveys qualities of beauty, brightness, nobility, and tenderness.

Alina has gained popularity across the globe due to its soft yet sophisticated sound. Its variations, such as Aline, Alena, and Alaina, offer alternative options with similar allure. Common nicknames for Alina, such as Ali, Lina, Ally, and Lena, add a touch of familiarity and endearment.

Throughout history, numerous real and fictional women have carried the name Alina, leaving their mark in various fields. From ballet dancers like Alina Cojocaru to Olympic athletes such as Alina Zagitova, the name has graced accomplished individuals with poise and talent.

Whether you choose Alina for its cultural significance, melodic sound, or inherent meaning, this name bestows upon a baby girl a legacy of grace and beauty, and the potential for a life filled with elegance and distinction.

Variations of Name Alina

Aline
Alena
Aleena
Alaina
Alayna
Elina

Nicknames for Alina

Ali
Lina
Allie
Lin
Nina

Famous People Named Alina

Alina CojocaruRomanian ballet dancer
Alina KabaevaRussian Olympic rhythmic gymnast
Alina ZagitovaRussian Olympic figure skater
Alina IbragimovaRussian-British violinist
Alina SzapocznikowPolish sculptor
Alina FernándezCuban dissident and writer
Alina MarazziItalian filmmaker
Alina Mungiu-PippidiRomanian political scientist
Alina MoineArgentine sports journalist
Alina PienkowskaPolish actress
Alina GarciamendezMexican-American soccer player
Alina JidkovaRussian professional tennis player
Alina PashBelarusian singer-songwriter
Alina SchiauRomanian fashion model
Alina AstafeiRomanian handball player
Alina RotaruRomanian concert pianist
Alina SomovaRussian ballet dancer
Alina ChurikovaRussian actress
Alina LevshinGerman actress
Alina DikhtiarUkrainian journalist

Characters Named Alina

Alina Starkovfrom the "Grisha" trilogy by Leigh Bardugo
Alina Talikovafrom the movie "Hardcore Henry"
Alina Kuznetsovafrom the TV series "Orphan Black"
Alina Duartefrom the TV series "The Bureau of Magical Things"
Alina Popafrom the video game "Dead by Daylight"
Alina Yelizarovafrom the TV series "Violetta"
Alina Patelfrom the TV series "The Mindy Project"
Alina de Lucafrom the video game "Mafia III"
Alina Grayfrom the TV series "The Vampire Diaries"
Alina Thompsonfrom the TV series "Lost Girl"
Alina Herrerofrom the TV series "La Casa de Papel"
Alina Rinfrom the anime series "Witch Hunter Robin"
Alina Turnerfrom the TV series "Murdoch Mysteries"
Alina Belovafrom the comic book series "Black Widow"
Alina Morganfrom the TV series "Eureka"
Alina Adamsfrom the TV series "General Hospital"
Alina Averyfrom the TV series "The Fosters"