UK boy's name
Altin
An Albanian name meaning "golden" or "made of gold.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2005. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Altin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Altin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2005 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3849, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 8 births.
This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2001 to 2005. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Altin. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2006 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Altin ranked #3849 for boys in England and Wales in 2005, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 8 boys were registered as Altin.
- • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Altin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3849
2005
Births in 2005
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
8 births
Estimated living
18
2026
Meaning
What does Altin mean?
The given name Altin has its origins in the Albanian language, where it means "golden" or "made of gold". It is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Albanian speakers in the Balkan region.
The name Altin is derived from the Albanian word "ar", which means "gold". It is believed to have been formed by adding the suffix "-tin" to the root word, creating a name that evokes the precious metal's beauty, value, and enduring nature.
While there are no known historical references or ancient texts mentioning the name Altin itself, the association with gold has been present in various cultures throughout history. Gold has been revered as a symbol of wealth, power, and divinity in many civilizations, including ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Altin was Altin Haxhi (1913-1942), an Albanian poet and revolutionary who fought against the Italian occupation of Albania during World War II. He is considered a national hero and his poems have become an integral part of Albanian literature.
Another notable figure named Altin is Altin Rraklli (born 1935), an Albanian painter and sculptor known for his abstract and surrealist works. His art has been exhibited in numerous galleries across Europe and has received international recognition.
In the world of sports, Altin Lala (born 1976) is an Albanian former professional basketball player who represented the Albanian national team and played in several European leagues.
Altin Gün (born 1976) is a Turkish-Dutch musician and the founder of the band Altin Gün, which combines traditional Turkish folk music with elements of psychedelic rock and funk.
Altin Kozliak (born 1974) is an Albanian-American entrepreneur and investor who co-founded the social media company Buzzfeed. He has been recognized for his contributions to the digital media industry.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Altin throughout history, each making their mark in various fields and contributing to the cultural richness and diversity associated with this name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Altin over time
The chart below shows babies named Altin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2005. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Altin, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2005, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Altin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Altin was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #2874 | 18 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Altin
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Altin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Altin in the UK right now?
In 2005, Altin was ranked #3849 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Altin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 8 babies registered as Altin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Altin?
An Albanian name meaning "golden" or "made of gold.".
How many people are called Altin in the UK?
A total of 18 babies have been registered as Altin across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.