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UK boy's name

Eldin

A masculine name derived from an Aramaic word meaning "protector.".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Eldin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Eldin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4527, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2009 to 2009. 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.

Eldin is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Eldin. 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 2010 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Eldin ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2009, when 3 boys were registered as Eldin.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Eldin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4527

2009

Births in 2009

3

Latest year

Peak year

2009

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Eldin mean?

The name Eldin has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. Derived from the Arabic word "al-din," which translates to "the faith" or "the religion," this name carries a deep spiritual and religious significance.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Eldin can be found in the historical chronicles of the Abbasid Caliphate, where it was borne by several prominent figures during the 8th and 9th centuries. Notably, Eldin al-Qasim, born in 765 CE, was a renowned scholar and jurist who contributed significantly to the development of Islamic jurisprudence.

As Islam spread across various regions, the name Eldin gained popularity and was adopted by individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. In the 11th century, a prominent Seljuk vizier, Nizam al-Mulk Eldin, played a crucial role in the governance of the Seljuk Empire and left a lasting impact on the political and intellectual spheres of the time.

During the Mamluk period in Egypt, Eldin al-Suyuti, born in 1445 CE, was a highly respected scholar and prolific writer who authored numerous works on Islamic theology, jurisprudence, and history. His contributions significantly influenced the intellectual discourse of the era.

In the Ottoman Empire, the name Eldin was borne by several notable figures, including Eldin Pasha, a military commander who played a pivotal role in the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453. Additionally, Eldin Efendi, born in the 16th century, was a renowned calligrapher whose works adorned numerous mosques and palaces across the empire.

Moving forward in history, the name Eldin continued to be celebrated in various parts of the world. In the 19th century, Eldin Rumi, an influential Persian poet and philosopher, gained recognition for his profound and mystical writings, which explored the depths of human existence and spirituality.

Throughout its rich history, the name Eldin has been carried by numerous distinguished individuals, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields and contributing to the cultural and intellectual tapestry of their times.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Eldin by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Eldin 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 #4527 3 1

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FAQ

Eldin: questions and answers

How popular is the name Eldin in the UK right now?

In 2009, Eldin was ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Eldin most popular?

The peak year on record was 2009, with 3 babies registered as Eldin in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Eldin?

A masculine name derived from an Aramaic word meaning "protector.".

How many people are called Eldin in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Eldin across the 1 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.