Balin
Pronunciation: [ b-AL-ihn ]
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Balin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 421 babies have been named Balin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Balin is past its peak , currently ranked #19,228 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,228
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Balin
Balin is a boy name .
Balin is currently ranked #19,228 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Balin include Bal, Bay, Baie, and Balkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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