Balin
boy nameBalin entered the US charts in 1992, peaked at #2979 in 2006, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1992–2025
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rank today
#2979
peak (2006)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7612 |
| 2000s | #4188 |
| 2010s | #6224 |
| 2020s | #10799 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Balin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Balin alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Balin in 2025?
- Balin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Balin most popular?
- Balin peaked in 2006, reaching #2979 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Balin with classmates?
- Balin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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