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Albin

♂ Boy

Pronounced AL-bin /ˈæl.bɪn/Medium

Meaning: From the Latin Albinus (from albus, 'white'), meaning 'white; bright.' Also an established Slavic and Scandinavian given name. A clean, classic pick.Medium

In 30 seconds: A classic name: Albin means 'white, bright' from the Latin albus (said 'AL-bin'). Clean and timeless.
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Origin MediumLatin
MeaningFrom the Latin Albinus (from albus, 'white'), meaning 'white; bright.' Also an established Slavic and Scandinavian given name. A clean, classic pick.
U.S. rank (2025)#6159 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1919
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,431

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 191918802025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Albin derives from the Latin Albinus, from albus ('white; bright'). Carried across Slavic and Scandinavian traditions, it reads as a clean, classic name with an airy meaning (said 'AL-bin').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, more common in parts of Europe. Rare here, classic, and bright.

Did you know? Albin comes from the Latin Albinus (from albus, 'white') and is also a familiar Slavic and Scandinavian name - bright and enduring (said 'AL-bin').
Overall data confidence 60%
References - Albin — Latin Albinus/albus 'white, bright'; Slavic/Scandinavian use

Variations

AlbinusAlbanAlbiin

Nicknames

AlBin

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If you like Albin…

Alban— a close cousin from the same Latin root
Alvin— a like classic Al- name
Aldo— a like short European pick
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Albin mean?

Albin is Latin for 'white; bright,' from Albinus and albus; it's also a Slavic and Scandinavian name.

How do you pronounce Albin?

It's said AL-bin /ˈæl.bɪn/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Albin a boy or girl name?

Albin is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Albin?

Albin is a rare name in the U.S., more common in parts of Europe.

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