Edlin

Pronunciation: [ EHDL-ihn ]

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Boy Name #18,778 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Edlin is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced EHDL-ihn.

Parents who love the name Edlin often also consider Andor, Jovial, Classic .

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Popularity Over Time

#18,778
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#18,778
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Edl Edy Edlie

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Edlin is also used as a girl name, ranked #57840.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Edlin

Is Edlin a boy or girl name?
Edlin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #18778. As a girl name, it is ranked #57840. Edlin is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Edlin?
Edlin is pronounced EHDL-ihn.
How popular is the name Edlin?
Edlin is currently ranked #18778 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Edlin?
Common nicknames for Edlin include Edl, Edy, and Edlie.
Is Edlin a common or rare name?
Edlin is an uncommon name, ranked #18778 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

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, and Edlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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