Elin

nordicwelshGirl★★★☆☆ Moderate

Origin and Meaning

The name Elin is a girl's name of nordic and welsh origin meaning “bright, shining light”.

Elin is a name with a serene beauty, derived from Nordic and Welsh origins where it means 'bright, shining light'. It's a charming and uncomplicated name, often chosen for its light and airy feel. Though not extremely common, it’s found a comfortable niche among parents searching for something both traditional and contemporary. Elin is often seen as a shorter form of names like Elina or Helena, and commonly used nicknames include Ellie. It's an endearing name that feels familiar yet fresh.

At a Glance

Originnordic, welsh
GenderGirl
Meaningbright, shining light
Popularity★★★☆☆ (5/10)
Syllables2
Starts withE
Stylesclassic, short

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