Helin
A feminine name of Turkish origin meaning "she who is gracious".
Name Census estimates that about 55 living Americans carry the first name Helin. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Helin today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Helin births was 2023 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Helin. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Helin. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
55
~ 1 in 6,231,897 Americans
Peak year
2023
8 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2023 SSA rank
#11,561
Tracked since 2002
Popularity
Helin: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Helin from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 27 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Helin remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Helin by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Helin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Helin
The name Helin is a feminine given name of Persian origin, derived from the Persian word "heleen" meaning "moon" or "crescent moon." It traces its roots back to ancient Persia, where the moon held great significance in various aspects of life, including religion, culture, and literature.
In Persian mythology, the moon goddess, known as Anahita or Nahid, was revered as a symbol of fertility, purity, and beauty. The name Helin was likely inspired by this celestial deity, reflecting the admiration and reverence held for the moon in Persian culture.
The earliest recorded use of the name Helin can be found in ancient Persian texts and literature, where it was occasionally bestowed upon women born under auspicious lunar phases or during full moon nights. However, it is important to note that variations of the name, such as Heline or Helina, were more commonly used in those times.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Helin. One of the earliest examples is Helin Vavilov (1887-1943), a renowned Russian botanist and geneticist who made significant contributions to the study of plant genetics and the preservation of plant diversity.
Another prominent figure was Helin Samandari (1904-1999), an Iranian feminist and journalist who played a crucial role in advocating for women's rights and education in Iran during the early 20th century.
In the realm of literature, Helin Wicker (1952-2022) was a celebrated American author and poet, known for her poignant works that explored themes of identity, love, and human experience.
The world of music also saw the influence of Helin Halvorsen (1929-2012), a Norwegian composer and violinist who produced numerous orchestral works and concertos that showcased her mastery of Nordic musical traditions.
Lastly, Helin Bölek (1986-present) is a Turkish-Swedish singer and songwriter who has gained international recognition for her unique blend of Turkish and Western musical styles, captivating audiences with her powerful voice and thought-provoking lyrics.
These individuals, spanning diverse fields and eras, have carried the name Helin with grace and distinction, contributing to its enduring legacy and adding richness to its cultural tapestry.
People
Helin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Helin as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Helin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Helin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 55 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Helin going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 6,231,897 US residents.
Is Helin a common name?
We classify Helin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 55.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 56 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Helin most popular?
The single biggest year for Helin was 2023, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Helin is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Helin a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Helin in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.