Edlin
Pronunciation: [ EHDL-ihn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Edlin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 14 babies have been named Edlin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Edlin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,778 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,778
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Edlin
Edlin is a boy name .
Is Edlin a boy or girl name? Edlin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #18,778 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #57,840. Edlin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Edlin is currently ranked #18,778 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Edlin include Edl, Edy, Edie, and Edlkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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