The nameHelin
Helin is a name of Kurdish origin, mostly given to girls, used in France since the 2000s.
- Girl's name
- Kurdish
Meaning
From the Kurdish hêlîn, "nest".
Origin
Kurdish, also used in Turkey.
History
Very rare in France before the 1990s, Helin peaked in the late 2000s and is still given today.
Popularity of the name Helin
Helin in France
1358thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2007peak year (60 births)
1,030babies named Helin in France since 1900
Helin was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 400 births over the decade, 39% of all recorded babies named Helin. Its rise began around 1994, and it peaked in 2007. Half of all babies named Helin in France were born before 2008, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 23 births a year.
Helin in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Helin mean?
From the Kurdish hêlîn, "nest".
What is the origin of the name Helin?
Kurdish, also used in Turkey.
Is Helin a girl's or a boy's name?
Helin is a girl's name.