Pelin
Fact sheet
- Name
- Pelin
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Pelin is a female first name that has its origins in Turkish and Kurdish. The meaning of the name is figuratively 'wormwood'.
What does the name Pelin mean?
The name Pelin is common in both Turkish and Kurdish and means 'wormwood' in a figurative sense. Wormwood is a medicinal plant from which absinthe is also made. In Kurdish, Pelin or Peline means 'leaves of a peace tree'. The origin of the name derives from the Turkish word pelin, which means 'wormwood' and 'mugwort'. Variants of the spelling include Pélîn and Pélîne. There are also related names such as Pelina, Pelino, Pelinko, and Pelinka. In Old High German, the name Philine can be found, and in Disney's Bambi, there is a character named Feline, which sounds similar. Elin Pelin was a renowned writer after whom a city was named. Additionally, the Turkish pop singer Nil Karaibrahimgil released a song titled 'Pelin'. Notable bearers of the name include Pelin Karahan and Pelin Batu.
Where does the name Pelin come from?
The first name Pelin has its roots in Old Turkish and means 'wormwood'. In Old Turkish, the term pelin is composed of the elements for wormwood and mugwort. The languages in which this name occurs are Kurdish and Turkish.
How do you pronounce Pelin?
The name Pelin has a soft, two-syllable sound. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Pe-lin' [peˈliːn], with the first syllable starting with a bright E sound that conveys a friendly aura. The second syllable, which is stressed and pronounced with a long I, brings a certain brightness to the sound. The final 'n' gives the name stability. Overall, Pelin sounds modern and feminine - harmonious, present, and clear.
Popularity
Pelin is quite popular in Germany and currently ranks 870th on the list of the most common female first names. The name achieved its best ranking in 2015 at 530th place. In the last ten years, Pelin has been given as a first name about 670 times, placing it 676th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, the ranking is 684.
Nicknames & pet names
Eli / Elin / Felina / Lin / Lina / Pe / Peli / Peliane / Pelikan / Pelina / Pelini / Pelinim / Pelle / Pelli / Pelo / Pelon / Pelos / Penelope / Pepe / Pilly / Plini
Famous people
- Elin Pelin (writer)
- Pelin Batu (actress)
- Pelin Celik (Turkish volleyball player)
- Pelin Cizgin (Austrian cyclist)
- Pelin Karahan (actress)
- Pelin Körmükcü (actress)
- Pelin Sönmez (actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Pelin
What does the name Pelin mean?
The name Pelin means 'wormwood' in a figurative sense and is common in both Turkish and Kurdish. In Kurdish, Pelin means 'leaves of a peace tree'.
Where does the name Pelin come from?
The first name Pelin has its roots in Old Turkish, where it is composed of the elements for wormwood and mugwort. It appears in the Turkish and Kurdish languages.
How popular is the name Pelin?
The name Pelin enjoys a certain popularity in Turkey and in Kurdish regions, but it is less common outside these areas.