Eline
About Eline
Eline is a delicate feminine name with multiple potential origins. In the Scandinavian tradition, it functions as a variant of Helena or Ellen, while in French contexts, it may be considered a form of Aline. The name carries a gentle, refined quality with its soft sounds and simple structure. Eline is more common in Northern European countries, particularly the Netherlands, Belgium, and Norway, where it maintains steady popularity. The name's international versatility makes it appealing for multicultural families, as it translates well across language boundaries while remaining distinctive. With its elegant simplicity, Eline balances uniqueness with accessibility.
Pronounced EL-een; ay-LEEN.
As of October 2026, Eline ranked #7593 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1873 in 1903.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
World rankings
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Eline on lists
Famous Elines
- Eline Eriksen
model for the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen, Denmark
- Eline Flipse
Dutch documentary filmmaker
- Eline Schmidt Heger
Danish stage actress and ballet dancer
- Eline Nygaard Riisnæs
Norwegian pianist
- Eline Van Der Velden
Dutch comedienne and actress
- Eline Berings
Belgian hurdler
- Eline Jongsma
Dutch film director
- Eline De Munck aka Elektra
Belgian singer
- Marie and Grace Eline
American silent film actress
Eline in pop culture
- "Eline Vere
" novel by Louis Couperus and its main character