UK girl's name
Altina
A feminine name of German origin, meaning "noble" or "exalted".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2006. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Altina is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Altina popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2006 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5061, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 4 births.
This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2003 to 2006. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Altina. 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 2007 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Altina ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales in 2006, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 4 girls were registered as Altina.
- • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Altina as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5061
2006
Births in 2006
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
4 births
Estimated living
11
2026
Meaning
What does Altina mean?
The given name Altina is believed to have originated from the Latin language, with its roots dating back to ancient Roman times. The name is derived from the Latin word "altus," which means "high" or "lofty." It is thought to have been initially used as a descriptive name to signify someone of high stature or elevated social standing.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Altina can be found in the writings of the Roman historian Tacitus, who mentioned a woman with this name in his work "Annals" from the late 1st century AD. However, it is uncertain whether this was an actual historical figure or a fictional character used for literary purposes.
During the Middle Ages, the name Altina gained some popularity in certain regions of Europe, particularly in areas with strong Roman Catholic influence. It was occasionally bestowed upon girls born into noble families or those with connections to the Church.
In the 16th century, an Italian noblewoman named Altina Valenti (1527-1593) gained recognition for her patronage of the arts and her support of the Venetian Renaissance. She was known for commissioning several works of art and architecture, including the construction of a chapel in Venice.
Another notable figure with this name was Altina Valli (1905-1964), an Italian actress and singer who rose to fame during the golden age of Italian cinema in the 1930s and 1940s. She appeared in numerous films and opera productions, earning critical acclaim for her performances.
In the realm of literature, the name Altina was used as a character in the novel "The Fortunes of Nigel" by Sir Walter Scott, published in 1822. The character, Altina de Montreuil, was a French countess and played a significant role in the story's plot.
While not as widely used as some other given names, Altina has maintained a presence throughout history, particularly in regions with strong Latin and Italian cultural influences. It has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including nobility, artists, and literary figures, adding to the rich tapestry of its historical significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Altina over time
The chart below shows babies named Altina registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2006. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Altina, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2006, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Altina by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Altina 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 | #4127 | 11 | 3 |
Related
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- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Altina: questions and answers
How popular is the name Altina in the UK right now?
In 2006, Altina was ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Altina most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 4 babies registered as Altina in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Altina?
A feminine name of German origin, meaning "noble" or "exalted".
How many people are called Altina in the UK?
A total of 11 babies have been registered as Altina across the 3 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.