Orlin
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Young creature, victory of the people
Origin: Scottish Gaelic/Greek
Popularity: Ranked #4662 in 2025 with 22 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Colin. Shares the meaning 'Young creature, victory of the people.'
Similar names: olin, olina, ollin, orin, orli, orrin, orbelin, oliana
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Orlin? About 1 in 151,296 babies born in 2025 were named Orlin, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Orlin
What does the name Orlin mean?
Orlin means “Young creature, victory of the people” from Scottish Gaelic/Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Orlin?
Orlin has Scottish Gaelic/Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Young creature, victory of the people”.
How popular is Orlin?
Orlin ranked #4539 in 2025 — given to 22 babies that year.
When was Orlin most popular?
Orlin peaked in 1932 with 48 babies registered that year.
Is Orlin a boy or girl name?
Orlin is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Orlins in registered births are male.
Is the name Orlin rising or falling in popularity?
Orlin has risen 214 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #4753 in 2020 to #4539 in 2025.
How long has Orlin been recorded?
Orlin appears in birth records across 96 years — from 1908 through 2025.