Elin
Meaning: Noble and dignified — a spirit of high moral worth
Origin: Latin/Italian/Spanish
Gender: Girl
Rank in Sweden: #9
Total births: 14,514
History: Elin has been a Swedish classic for decades. Elin Nordegren (Tiger Woods' ex-wife) brought international visibility. The name carries Nordic elegance — it sounds like Swedish forests and clean Scandinavian design. Elin represents the quintessential Swedish woman: elegant, strong, and not to be underestimated.
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| Current rank (2022) | #85 |
| Babies named Elin in 2022 | 139 |
| Total recorded in Sweden | 14,514 |
| Peak year | 1999 (1,076 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #2 |
| Years in records | 1998–2022 (25 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 44 spots |
Frequently asked about Elin
What does the name Elin mean?
Elin means “Noble and dignified — a spirit of high moral worth” from Latin/Italian/Spanish roots.
What is the origin of the name Elin?
Elin has Latin/Italian/Spanish origin. The traditional meaning is “Noble and dignified — a spirit of high moral worth”.
How popular is Elin in Sweden?
Elin ranked #85 in Sweden in 2022 — given to 139 babies that year.
When was Elin most popular?
Elin peaked in 1999 with 1,076 babies registered that year in Sweden.
Is Elin a boy or girl name?
Elin is predominantly a girls' name in Sweden — over 90% of Elins in registered births are female.
Is the name Elin rising or falling in popularity?
Elin has fallen 44 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Sweden — from #41 in 2017 to #85 in 2022.
How long has Elin been recorded in Sweden?
Elin appears in birth records in Sweden across 25 years — from 1998 through 2022.