US Popularity:5247
Origin:Welsh
Other Origin(s):Irish, Scottish
Meaning:Glen; Mountain valley
Glin is a masculine name of Welsh, Scottish, and Irish origin, which means "glen" or "mountain valley." It is related to the name Glyn, which is derived from the Welsh name Glyndwr with a slightly longer meaning, "valley of water." Glin has a beautiful Irish variation, Glen, as well as a Scottish and Irish version, Gleann, which comes from the Gaelic word gleana, translating to "valley." Whether you choose Glin or one of its wonderful alternatives, this name will undoubtedly inspire motivation and comfort through life's peaks and valleys.

Glin Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
1930
#7036
in 1930
+ 565
from 1925
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Glyn, February 2017

  • Name Doctor, Glyn

  • WordSense Dictionary, glyn

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, glen (n.), September 2017

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 147

  • WordSense Dictionary, glen

  • Behind the Name, Glyndwr, January 2022

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